Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto (the location of Pearson International Airport).
With 55 flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from YYZ to ATL is with Air Canada at 20:55.
To avoid rushing for your YYZ to Atlanta flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Pearson International Airport to Atlanta tickets are available for booking. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will be your arrival point.
Check out the deals with Delta Air Lines. This airline operates direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YYZ:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Atlanta
$337 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Atlanta flight. A return ticket right now is $575. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YYZ to Atlanta. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Grab 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 you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks before your flight from YYZ to Atlanta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before securing your flights from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a Pearson International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Pearson International Airport to Atlanta, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are essential stops on your Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.