Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta.
Atlanta is one hour ahead of Houston, where George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located. Atlanta runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 94 weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Spirit Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:25. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from IAH to ATL is with Frontier Airlines at 20:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your IAH to Atlanta flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta tickets are available for booking. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is where you'll disembark.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta. Get up and away with one of these:
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near IAH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Atlanta
R 300 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 681. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from IAH to Atlanta, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATL if you're coming in on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and see more of Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks before your flight from IAH to Atlanta.
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Plan your trip to Atlanta during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from IAH to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Atlanta, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium are just two of the big attractions to put on your Atlanta must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
