Alexandria to Atlanta (AEX–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AM4787
AM Aeromexi
CR7
6:00 AM
CDT
8:46 AM
EDT
1h 46m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL5162
DL Delta
CR7
6:00 AM
CDT
8:47 AM
EDT
1h 47m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL4991
DL Delta
CR7
11:41 AM
CDT
2:15 PM
EDT
1h 34m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM4484
AM Aeromexi
CR7
11:48 AM
CDT
2:26 PM
EDT
1h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL5314
DL Delta
CR7
5:46 PM
CDT
8:31 PM
EDT
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL4991
DL Delta
CR7
10:10 AM
EDT TS
11:03 AM
CDT
1h 53m
M T W T F S S
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DL5314
DL Delta
CR7
3:25 PM
EDT TS
4:13 PM
CDT
1h 48m
M T W T F S S
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AM4602
AM Aeromexi
CR7
3:25 PM
EDT TS
4:12 PM
CDT
1h 47m
M T W T F S S
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AF2138
AF Air France
CR7
8:40 PM
EDT TS
9:27 PM
CDT
1h 47m
M T W T F S S
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AM4606
AM Aeromexi
CR7
8:40 PM
EDT TS
9:27 PM
CDT
1h 47m
M T W T F S S
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DL5168
DL Delta
CR7
8:50 PM
EDT TS
9:37 PM
CDT
1h 47m
M T W T F S S
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Alexandria to Atlanta
2 carriers, 35 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 35 Flights/wk 499 mi 1h 34m nonstop +1h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

AEX–ATL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 499 miles in approximately 1h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop AEX–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines 21 CR7 1h34-1h47 60% SkyTeam
AM Aeromexico 14 CR7 1h38-1h46 60% SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
CR7 Bombardier CRJ-700 – AM, DL
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AM + DL (35 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, AEX to ATL direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
5
flights
Wed
5
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
5
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
35
Outbound / wk
42
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AEX to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
209
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
AEX → ATL
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
Arriving
65%
Return
ATL → AEX
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. AEX delays → ATL delays →

Other ways to reach Atlanta from Alexandria

Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Metric AEX→ATL LFT→ATL MLU→ATL
Distance from AEX 84 mi 87 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 3 3
Weekly flights 35 56 41
Flight time 1h 34m 1h 42m 1h 29m
Departure OTP 60%
Airports within 200 miles of AEX with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Alexandria.
AEX: CDT · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Alexandria, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
499 mi / 803 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 34m to 1h 47m.
Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

AEX–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Alexandria to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance499 mi / 803 km
Flight time1h 34m to 1h 47m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights35 out / 42 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: AEX
IATA / ICAOAEX / KAEX
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation89 ft / 27 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AEX to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Alexandria International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 1h 34m to 1h 47m. The route covers 499 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 35 nonstop flights per week from AEX to ATL. The return direction has about 42 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JAX, SGF, TPA, BWI, MSP, BUF, EWR, SAL, GUA, BOG, DFW, MKE and BTR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Alexandria.
Yes, return flights from ATL to AEX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LFT, MLU and BTR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from AEX to ATL

Alexandria International Airport (AEX) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

AEX to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from AEX to ATL ranges from 1 hours 34 minutes to 1 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 499 miles (803 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via JAX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lafayette (LFT), Monroe (MLU) and Baton Rouge (BTR).