Jackson to Atlanta (MKL–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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KG5870
KG Key Lime
E145
9:18 AM
CDT
11:05 AM
EDT
0h 47m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KG5872
KG Key Lime
E145
11:00 AM
EDT
11:00 AM
CDT
1h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Jackson to Atlanta
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 289 mi 0h 47m nonstop +1h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

MKL–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Key Lime Air leads the route. The flight covers 289 miles in approximately 0h 47m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MKL–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
KG Key Lime Air 6 E145 0h47
Aircraft on this route
E145 Embraer ERJ-145 – KG
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: KG (6 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, MKL to ATL direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MKL to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
176
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
MKL → ATL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
ATL → MKL
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →

Other ways to reach Atlanta from Jackson

Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Metric MKL→ATL MEM→ATL MSL→ATL
Distance from MKL 71 mi 94 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 5 1
Weekly flights 6 169 1
Flight time 0h 47m 1h 15m 1h 35m
Airports within 200 miles of MKL with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Jackson, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
289 mi / 465 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 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.

MKL–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Jackson to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance289 mi / 465 km
Flight time0h 47m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: MKL
IATA / ICAOMKL / KMKL
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MKL to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 0h 47m. The route covers 289 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Key Lime Air.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from MKL to ATL. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, DAL, MIA, ORD and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Jackson.
Yes, return flights from ATL to MKL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MEM, MSL and BNA. 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 MKL to ATL

McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport (MKL) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Key Lime Air. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MKL to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MKL to ATL ranges from 0 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 289 miles (465 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CHS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Memphis (MEM), Muscle Shoals (MSL) and Nashville (BNA).