Travelling from Toronto to Atlanta: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Atlanta begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Touch down at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the chief entry point to Atlanta.
Hop on a direct Toronto to Atlanta flight and you'll be flying for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Toronto and Atlanta share the same timezone, UTC-4.
With 55 weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Toronto to Atlanta with Delta Air Lines at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from YYZ to ATL is with Air Canada at 20:55.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Toronto to Atlanta flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Atlanta
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Set out from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on a nonstop flight from Toronto to Atlanta. From YYZ, you can land directly at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Check out the deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Toronto to Atlanta plane tickets from YYZ.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Atlanta, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, 63.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Atlanta:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey time to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Toronto to Atlanta flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Atlanta. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Toronto to Atlanta flight.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Atlanta, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Atlanta based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Toronto to Atlanta ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Atlanta in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Atlanta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Atlanta, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to check off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Charlotte is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without experiencing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
