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Cheapest return flight
£440
Typical prices: £597-£954
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MAN - ATL • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£445
Typical prices: £658-£1,019
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Cheap Flights from Sheffield to Atlanta

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sheffield to Atlanta

Fri, 5 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar
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09:05 - 22:16MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
18h 11m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
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21:35 - 10:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
7h 55mdirect
£440Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 5 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar
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14:55 - 19:30MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 35mdirect
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21:35 - 10:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
7h 55mdirect
£445Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 2 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
KLM Logo
13:00 - 17:15MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 15mdirect
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19:45 - 08:50ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
8h 05mdirect
£488KLM
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Air France Logo
15:00 - 11:11MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
25h 11m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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13:12 - 10:00ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
15h 48m2 stops Newark Paris Charles de Gaulle
£489Air France
Mon, 28 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Air France Logo
09:15 - 21:36MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
17h 21m1 stop Orlando
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13:12 - 10:00ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
15h 48m2 stops Newark Paris Charles de Gaulle
£489Air France
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Delta Logo
06:00 - 21:52MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
19h 52m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Delta Logo
23:50 - 22:05ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
18h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£490Delta
Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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12:10 - 21:31MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
14h 21m1 stop Orlando
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19:50 - 08:45ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
7h 55mdirect
£490Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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12:10 - 20:29MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 19m1 stop Orlando
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19:45 - 08:50ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
8h 05mdirect
£490Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Delta Logo
06:00 - 21:52MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
19h 52m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Delta Logo
15:27 - 10:05ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
14h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
£495Delta
Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
KLM Logo
13:00 - 17:15MAN  Manchester-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 15mdirect
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18:10 - 07:15ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-MAN Manchester
8h 05mdirect
£499KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sheffield to Atlanta flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sheffield to Atlanta with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sheffield to Atlanta?

Return flights from Sheffield to Atlanta start at £440. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £597 to £954. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £440 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sheffield to Atlanta?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sheffield to Atlanta and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sheffield to Atlanta?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Sheffield to Atlanta at £665 return.
  • December (£953) and November (£826) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sheffield to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from Sheffield to Atlanta are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sheffield to Atlanta flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£312
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Manchester to Atlanta

When to book flights from Sheffield to Atlanta

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Your Sheffield to Atlanta flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What are the parking options at Manchester Airport?

    Drop & Go is a 5min bus journey from Terminals 1 and 2 or a 5min walk from Terminal 3 and costs around £59.99 for 8 days. Multi-storey parking features undercover parking and is a 1–3min walk from the terminals, costing around £65 for 8 days. Mid-stay is also around £65 for 8 days, and a 3min walk from Terminal 1 or a 10min walk from Terminal 3. Meet & Greet, which costs around £75 for 8 days, is the closest to the terminals at a 1–2min walk, with an attendant to park your car for you.

  • What if I’m taking public transport?

    Manchester Airport is well connected to local buses and regional buses. Bus 43 from Piccadilly Gardens as well as the Stagecoach bus from the city centre operates a 24h service. Metrolink trams stop right in the airport station, 5–15min away from the terminals. Trains likewise stop at the same station, running from Manchester Piccadilly Station in the city centre every 10min, 7 days a week.

  • Are there direct flights from Manchester to Atlanta?

    Yes, most direct flights from Manchester to Atlanta are handled by Virgin Atlantic, or a partner airline via codeshare agreement.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Atlanta Airport?

    Yes, if you’re feeling jet-lagged, Atlanta Airport has one hotel inside the secure area in Concourse B: Minute Suites. Otherwise, more economical nearby hotels like the Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel and the Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway are accessible by a free ATL Skytrain ride.

  • What are my transportation options from Atlanta Airport?

    Taxis can be found in the Yellow Bus aisle, offering a flat rate of around $30 (£21.60) to downtown Atlanta. If you wish to take the bus, MARTA bus 191 is the only local bus route serving the airport, going towards Clayton County Justice Center. Greyhound Flightlink also provides buses to cities and states further afield. By rail, local MARTA trains on both the Red and Gold lines pass through the airport station. Lastly, several companies provide door-to-door shared ride services between the airport and various destinations. A ride to downtown Atlanta costs around $16.50 (£12).

  • Is Fast Track available at Manchester Airport?

    You can arrange a Fast Track Security Pass at Manchester Airport with relative ease. It's recommended to pre-book your pass online before your arrival at the airport, for a fee of around £5.00. This grants you the advantage of bypassing queues and saving you loads of time.

  • Which flights from Manchester to Atlanta can help me cut my CO2 emissions?

    If you want to check out flights that can help reduce your carbon emissions, you can find flights with British Airways departing Manchester Airport (MAN) with stopovers at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Philadelphia Airport (PHL) reducing your CO2 emissions by 49%.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Manchester to Atlanta?

    UK citizens need to submit an application for an ESTA Visa before your trip to United States. This is possible to arrange online and costs USD around $21.00 (£16.88). Along with this you must produce a passport that is valid for at least the duration of your stay.

  • Which flights provide the shortest stopovers when flying from Manchester to Atlanta?

    You can find a number of flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) that have short stopovers. You can fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic or Delta with a short stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), while services with British Airways, Iberia, and Finnair all fly via a brief stopover at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sheffield to Atlanta flights?

    Among airlines operating Sheffield to Atlanta flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    Only Virgin Atlantic operates flights between Sheffield and Atlanta.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sheffield to Atlanta flights?

    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
    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £573 return via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), compared with £781 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £51–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air France and KLM. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-1000 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sheffield to Atlanta pass through?

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Sheffield to Atlanta route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £695 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £776, a difference of £82. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    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 Sheffield to Atlanta route, 3% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 22 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Sheffield to Atlanta spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Sheffield to Atlanta flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:40 and lands at 20:05
    • Latest: departs at 14:55 and lands at 00:20.

    The flight takes about 9h 25m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sheffield to Atlanta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 14% above the route average of £733. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    A direct flight from Sheffield to Atlanta takes 9h 25m, covering 4,117 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Sheffield to Atlanta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sheffield to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £453, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Virgin Atlantic's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Sheffield to Atlanta flights?

    Virgin Atlantic is the only airline operating Sheffield to Atlanta flights. 97% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sheffield to Atlanta?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 10m, compared to 12h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 13h 13m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Sheffield and Atlanta?

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £12 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sheffield to Atlanta flight?

    Return flights from Sheffield to Atlanta range from £597 to £954, with an average of £733 over the past 12 months. Anything below £597 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Sheffield to Atlanta flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Sheffield to Atlanta flights:

    • • Virgin Atlantic
    • • 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.

Your guide to booking Sheffield to Atlanta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £695 – about £82 less than Friday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sheffield to Atlanta trip for August. Fares historically average £665 return in that month – typically £288 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £573 return on this route – about £208 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
    - Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
  • If you're in a hurry, you'll be glad to know that Manchester Airport (MAN) has self-service touchscreen kiosks for express check-in.
  • If you have time to spare, you can stop at Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park for views of the runway and planes taking off, and guided tours about the famous Concorde.
  • Most car parking options at Manchester Airport have to be pre-booked, but bookings can be made up to 2h before arriving.
  • If you plan on driving, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is located 7 miles or around a 15min drive from downtown Atlanta. Getting to the Rental Car Center requires first getting from the international terminal to the domestic terminal via a free shuttle, then taking the ATL Skytrain from the domestic terminal to the Rental Car Center.
  • Fan of art? Atlanta Airport has over 1000 artworks and rotating exhibits of paintings, photographs, and sculptures integrated into the airport’s various sections like pre-security, the transportation mall, and the concourses.
  • If you’re looking to upgrade to Business Class for a reasonable price, from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) you can find excellent Business Class services for lower prices with Icelandair. This flight includes short stopovers at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) and New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK).
  • Download the Manchester Airport app, and enter your flight number to obtain immediate access to  flight information, including arrival time, terminal location and gate numbers. Additionally, you can acquire details regarding promotions on airport services such as Fast Track, and discounts available at various retail stores and restaurants.

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