Flying from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
The average length of a direct Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Atlanta.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. Travel from ATL to YEG on WestJet's 9:05am departure.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to YEG. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) take off from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport with WestJet. This well-known airline operates services from ATL.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with WestJet from ATL to YEG.
Among carriers on this route, WestJet is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Atlanta to YEG departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Edmonton. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
At the moment, ₹ 9,285 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 23,300. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to YEG.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Atlanta to YEG.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Edmonton based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book an Atlanta to YEG flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edmonton to range from 10ºC to 25ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures are between -25ºC and 0ºC.
More about Edmonton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Edmonton right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory are top sights which should be on every Edmonton itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton, Red Deer is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
