Flying from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) taking off from here.
Hop on a direct flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 9 minutes.
London is 4 hours ahead of Atlanta. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 47 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATL to LHR is the 00:59 Delta service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:59 with Delta.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Atlanta to LHR.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can book a direct flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport out of ATL include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Atlanta to LHR leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
From the centre of Atlanta, ATL is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you're catching a late flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport is 237 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 516 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to get cheap tickets from Atlanta to LHR. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Atlanta to LHR in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Atlanta to London Heathrow Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
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