Cheap Flights from New York (NYC) to Atlanta (ATL)

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Departing New York

No matter what part of the city you are leaving from there is an airport in or around the New York City area for you to make your departure from.  The three most popular airports servicing the New York City area include John F. Kennedy, Newark Liberty International, and New York LaGuardia.              

John F. Kennedy is probably one of the most utilized airports in the city of New York.  You will want to make sure to arrive early for your flight that departs from JFK as the check-in and security lines can be longer, especially during high traffic travel times.  But don't worry you will have plenty to do in the airport during the wait as John F. Kennedy offers a range of dining, lounge, bar and shopping amenities. 

If you choose New York LaGuardia, you will be able to travel to the airport via almost any mode of transportation.  You can take advantage of one of the many local airport shuttle services or travel to the airport via one of the multiple mass transit options available in New York City all that provide service to or within walking distance of LaGuardia.

Although Newark Liberty International Airport is located across the river in New Jersey, it can be the closest airport option for many New Yorkers and New Jersey residents alike.  On your arrival to the airport, you can spend the time unwinding before your flight in one of the many bars or lounges or enjoy a sit-down meal at one of the airports dine-in options.

Airline and Flight Options

On your trip from New York to Atlanta, you will be able to find service via most of the popular airlines depending on which airport you plan to depart from.  If departing from LaGuardia, you can get nonstop airline service via Delta, American Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier.  You can get multi-stop options form the above airlines as well as JetBlue, United, and Spirit Airlines.

When departing from JFK, you can choose from one or two-stop options on either Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, or JetBlue.  When flying from the Newark Airport, you will be able to secure direct flight choices from Delta, United, Alaska Airlines, and Jet Blue with one-stop service available on Southwest and Spirit Airlines

Arriving in Atlanta

When you arrive in the city of Atlanta, be prepared for a significant increase in temperature.  The city can average 20 to 25 degrees hotter than New York with a much higher level of humidity. 

Your arrival will most likely be at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and you will be arriving in the domestic terminal.  To get to your final destination, you can take advantage of taxi or shuttle service or connect the main public transport system in the city of Atlanta, the MARTA city Train.

If a car rental is necessary for your travels, you can get a car rental from a number of rental companies including Advantage, Avis Budget, National, Budget, Alamo, Hertz, and many more available at the exit of the Skytrain. 

Tips for Traveling in Atlanta

There is much to choose from on your trip to Atlanta.  Some of the must-see stops you will want to visit include the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, the CNN Center, Six Flags over Atlanta and the Atlanta Zoo.  Museum lovers will want to put the High Museum of Art, the Martian Luther King Junior National History Museum, and the Atlanta History Center on their itinerary as well.

When booking your hotel accommodation consider finding a hotel close to the local public transportation system to make travel through the city easier and less stress-full.