Augusta to Atlanta (AGS–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AGS–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 143 miles in approximately 1h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 60 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, KL, VS, WS | 63 | 717, CR7, CR9 | 1h01-1h12 | – | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, VS, WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Augusta
| Metric | AGS→ATL | CAE→ATL | SAV→ATL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AGS | – | 62 mi | 97 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 9 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 204 | 290 | 301 |
| Flight time | 1h 1m | 0h 56m | 1h 8m |
Travel Essentials
AGS: EDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Augusta, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
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.
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.
AGS–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Augusta to Atlanta: Georgia's Hub Spoke
AGS-ATL is a short regional jet route feeding Delta's Atlanta hub from eastern Georgia. The 143-mile sector runs 4 to 6 daily nonstops on CRJ equipment via Delta Connection. Block time is about 55 minutes. The route exists primarily for connections. Augusta's limited nonstop route map means ATL is the gateway to the wider airline network. The US Army's Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon) and the adjacent cyber command operations generate consistent government and defence travel. Augusta's medical and manufacturing sectors add to the weekday business base.
Masters Week and Seasonal Patterns
The Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club transforms AGS every April. For one week, this small regional airport handles charter flights, private jets, and sold-out commercial services. Delta adds capacity and fares jump significantly. Outside of Masters, demand is steady but modest. Augusta is a mid-sized Georgia city with a metro population around 600,000. The drive to Atlanta is about 2.5 hours on I-20, which makes flying competitive only when connecting onward through the hub. AGS is compact and easy to navigate, with free short-term parking steps from the terminal door.