Jackson to Atlanta (JAN–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JAN–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 340 miles in approximately 1h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 23 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, SK, VS, WS | 67 | 712, 717, CR9 | 1h13-1h41 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, SK, VS, WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Jackson
| Metric | JAN→ATL | GLH→ATL | MLU→ATL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JAN | – | 97 mi | 115 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 242 | 6 | 77 |
| Flight time | 1h 13m | 1h 15m | 1h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JAN: CDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Jackson, it's 7:00 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.
JAN–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson to Atlanta: Mississippi's Gateway to the Delta Hub
JAN-ATL is a pure Delta spoke route connecting Mississippi's capital to the world's busiest airport. Delta operates 5 to 7 daily nonstops on CRJ-900 and E175 regional jets. The 346-mile sector runs 1 hour 10 to 20 minutes. Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers Airport is a small single-concourse facility with minimal congestion. The passenger base splits between business travelers in state government, healthcare, and energy and leisure travelers connecting through ATL to beach destinations and international cities. Weekend frequency is slightly reduced compared to weekday schedules.
Connection Value Through Atlanta
Atlanta is the primary reason this route exists. Jackson's local market to Atlanta is modest, but the connecting network behind ATL makes JAN-ATL essential for Mississippi travelers. From ATL, passengers reach Europe on nonstop Delta flights to London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Rome. Domestic connections cover every major US city. The alternative for Jackson passengers is driving 3 hours to New Orleans (MSY) for a wider nonstop map, but the convenience of Delta's JAN-ATL frequency keeps most traffic on the spoke. CRJ-900 equipment has 76 seats in a 2-2 configuration with no middle seats, which makes the short hop comfortable.