New York to Atlanta (LGA–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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New York to Atlanta
5 carriers, 442 flights/week nonstop.
5 Airlines
442 Flights/wk
761 mi
2h 24m nonstop
124 1-stop hubs
LGA–ATL is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 761 miles in approximately 2h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 124 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop LGA–ATL service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, LA, VS, WS | 102 | 321, 32Q | 2h27-3h02 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, LA, VS, WS | |
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 74 | E70, E75, E75L | 2h24-2h40 | Oneworld | QR | |
| F9 Frontier | 23 | 321, 32Q, A20N, A21N | 2h25-2h47 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LGA to ATL direction.
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Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to ATL.
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One-Stop Connections
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Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Atlanta from New York
Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
| Metric | LGA→ATL | JFK→ATL | TEB→ATL |
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| Distance from LGA | – | 11 mi | 11 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 20 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 442 | 354 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 24m | 2h 25m | 1h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
New York (JFK) to Atlanta flights · Teterboro (TEB) to Atlanta flights · Newark (EWR) to Atlanta flights
Airports within 200 miles of LGA with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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LGA: EDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
LGA: EDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
761 mi / 1,225 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 24m to 3h 2m.
Getting to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.
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.
Facts
LGA–ATL Quick Facts
Key statistics for the New York to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance761 mi / 1,225 km
Flight time2h 24m to 3h 2m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)5
Weekly flights442 out / 378 return
1-stop connections124 hubs
Origin: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about LGA to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from LaGuardia Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 2h 24m to 3h 2m. The route covers 761 miles.
5 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Plus 7 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 442 nonstop flights per week from LGA to ATL. The return direction has about 378 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADW, FRG, PSF, PHL, HPN, SUS, BWI, EWR, BED, BDL, DAY, PVD, PWK, SUA, CPS, ISM, HHH, AGS, BCT, JFK, LAL, RST, TMB, OPF, VRB, CID, APF, BDA, RAP, RIL, AUS, EGE, ASE, JAC, SJU, LAS, PHX, SCF, BZN, SLC, LGB, ECP, VNY, OAK, SJC, BFI, VPS, SFO, UIO, BGR, IAD, HSV, LBG, ROA, ROC, DTW, SYR, BHM, DCA, BUF, YUL, TYS, CLE, BOS, CLT, MDW, RIC, YYZ, MSP, RDU, CHO, JAX, GRR, MCO, SRQ, GSO, CHA, CAE, PIT, ORF, BNA, MYR, FLL, PWM, CHS, MCI, LEX, PBI, OKC, IND, BTV, TPA, MEM, AVL, ORD, SAV, CMH, MSN, GSP, ILM, IAH, TUL, MIA, CVG, MSY, DFW, STL, DAL, ALB, MKE, SDF, XNA, OMA, RSW, LIT, HOU, DEN, DSM, PNS, EYW, TVC, NAS, JWN and AUA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ATL to LGA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
LGA offers more convenient access from Midtown Manhattan and the Upper East Side, while JFK is preferable for travelers in Brooklyn or Queens or connecting internationally. For ATL specifically, LGA has strong Delta service given Delta's presence at both LGA and ATL. JFK also has ATL service but LGA's domestic focus and Delta's terminal investment at LGA make it the typical choice for business travelers.
LaGuardia sits within the New York TRACON, one of the world's most congested airspace environments. LGA routinely generates Ground Delay Programs that propagate delays across the national airspace system. Even without local weather, LGA-ATL delays arise from traffic management initiatives and slot constraints. Afternoon and early evening LGA departures are most prone to EDCT delays.
LaGuardia's Terminal B serves Delta Air Lines as the primary carrier on LGA-ATL. Terminal B is the newer, renovated facility that opened in phases from 2020 onward. Terminal C serves other carriers. Delta's Terminal B investment at LGA includes expanded lounges and improved gate infrastructure.
New York LaGuardia to Atlanta
LGA–ATL is one of the Northeast Corridor's most commercially significant domestic routes, spanning 1,000 miles between two of Delta's key hubs. Six carriers serve roughly 274 weekly frequencies, with Delta holding a dominant share given its hub positions at both airports. Block time runs 2 hours 30 minutes. The route handles substantial business traffic between New York and Atlanta's corporate and financial sector.
Airspace Constraints and Hub Connectivity
LaGuardia operates under FAA slot controls as a high-density airport, which constrains capacity and contributes to above-average delay rates relative to other Northeast airports. The New York TRACON generates Ground Delay Programs that frequently push LGA–ATL departure times regardless of Atlanta weather. Arriving at ATL, passengers connect into Delta's extensive international and domestic network. The LGA–ATL bank alignment is designed to capture Northeast passengers heading to Delta's transatlantic and Latin American departures.