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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Atlanta:

• Earliest: departs at 08:55 and lands at 18:33
• Latest: departs at 16:10 and lands at 01:48.

The flight takes about 9h 38m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from London to Atlanta:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from London to Atlanta takes 9h 38m, covering 4,211 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from London to Atlanta range from £514 to £743, with an average of £615 over the past 12 months. Anything below £514 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the £615 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £431 return via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared with £622 for direct.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Virgin Atlantic has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Atlanta flights are:

• Delta: 93% on time
• Virgin Atlantic: 90% on time
• British Airways: 86% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 91% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £39–£76 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Atlanta flights, with 60% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on London to Atlanta flights:

• Virgin Atlantic
• KLM
• Air France
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from London to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £375, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Ace
• Dollar

Flights from London to Atlanta may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Atlanta route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 26m.

One-stop flights from London to Atlanta most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 19% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from London to Atlanta. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £598 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £644, a difference of £46.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between London and Atlanta. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Virgin Atlantic
• British Airways

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 43m, compared to 12h 11m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 12h 16m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Atlanta is 5 hours behind London (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are The American Hotel Atlanta Downtown - a DoubleTree by Hilton, Georgia World Congress Center, and Bobby Dodd Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London to Atlanta flights:

• Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Air France: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Finnair: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Direct flights from London to Atlanta usually depart from London Heathrow and are offered by numerous international airlines, including British Airways, American Airlines, Delta and KLM. A one-stop service via European or North American cities such as New York or Washington is also available with these and other major carriers, such as United Airlines and Air France.

Catch up on some last-minute business in the privacy of the work pods offered by Regus Express in both terminals at London Gatwick (LGW). Pods can be booked in slots of 30min and feature Wi-Fi, charging points and soundproofed walls. Once you’re finished, recharge the batteries at one of the many complimentary charging points located around the terminals, or pay a small fee to lock your device securely in a ChargeBox while you explore the rest of the airport.

With the airport only around 10 mi from Downtown, one of the quickest ways to get to a city centre destination is by taxi – expect the journey to take 15-20min in good traffic. A flat fare of $30 (£23) is in operation, with an additional charge for more than two passengers. You can also take the Red or Gold MARTA metro lines, which depart from the Airport Station in the Domestic Terminal. A free shuttle will take you directly to the station from International Arrivals.

Yes, there are plenty of car hire companies represented at the airport, from Avis and Alamo to Payless and Thrifty. Note that all desks are located in the dedicated Rental Car Center, which is accessible from the terminals via the SkyTrain. Both the hire centre and the SkyTrain operate 24h a day.

KAYAK’s CO2 emissions search filter can show you the greenest routes for your long-haul flight. For instance, if you fly from London Heathrow (LHR) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport with Finnair or with British Airways, you can cut your carbon output by around 38%. Choosing low-emissions routes may increase your travel costs and may add around 4-6h to your journey time.

London Heathrow Airport has long-stay parking available for passengers who want to leave their car at the terminal while they travel to Atlanta. Long-stay car parks at Heathrow are connected to the terminals by a free 5 minute shuttle bus and cost around US$57 (£38) for the first 24 hours and around US$44 (£29) for each additional day. Long-stay car parks at Heathrow are open 24 hours and have round-the-clock supervision.