Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Durham.
Flights from RDU to ATL start from 05:15 — the earliest with Frontier Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:35 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 85 weekly Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your RDU to ATL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Atlanta (and then other parts of the United States) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier that operates RDU to ATL flights. An exceptional 85.59% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RDU and ATL:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Right now, R 539 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,031. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to ATL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to ATL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights leaving Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near RDU:
Arriving at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Reserve a hotel close to ATL if you're taking a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Atlanta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ATL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Atlanta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are among the biggest draws.
