Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Atlanta (PWK–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
615 mi 1h 33m nonstop +1h ahead 76 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PWK and ATL, connecting options are available through 76 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PWK to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
76
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
255
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Atlanta from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling

Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Metric PWK→ATL ORD→ATL MDW→ATL
Distance from PWK – 9 mi 24 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 28 12
Weekly flights 0 612 172
Flight time 1h 33m 1h 17m 1h 39m
Chicago (ORD) to Atlanta flights · Chicago (MDW) to Atlanta flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Atlanta flights
Airports within 200 miles of PWK with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
PWK: CDT · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
615 mi / 990 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 33m to 1h 36m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PWK–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance615 mi / 990 km
Flight time1h 33m to 1h 36m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections76 hubs
Origin: PWK
Full nameChicago Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 m
Destination: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PWK to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Executive Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 1h 33m to 1h 36m. The route covers 615 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, CHA, TYS, IND, SDF, BNA, CMH, MEM, GRR, CLT, PIT, MKC, GSO, RDU, STL, GRB, SAV, SSI, TVC, PIE, MCI, RIC, IAD, TEB, YYZ, BUF, MSY, MCO, FRG, PHL, ALB, OKC, RSW, EWR, LGA, MSP, TMB, BDL, PBI, HOU, FLL, SRQ, DAL, JFK, YWG, AUS, NAS, BOS, SAT, COS, DEN, CUN, SLC, BZN, PHX, TUS, SJD, LAS, VNY, PVR, YYC, YEG, PSP, SNA, SAN, SJU, BUR, YVR, LAX, SXM, SFO, UVF, TPA, HND, BCN and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
Yes, return flights from ATL to PWK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MDW and MKE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 PWK to ATL

Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PWK to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PWK to ATL ranges from 1 hours 33 minutes to 1 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 615 miles (990 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

76 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago (MDW) and Milwaukee (MKE).