Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 50 minutes.
Atlanta is seven hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located. Atlanta observes the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Take your pick of ten weekly services between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 08:00 departure between IST and ATL.
Allow plenty of time to get on your IST to Atlanta flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at IST and travel nonstop to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta tickets.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from IST to Atlanta. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
IST is around 20 miles from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Atlanta
£255 is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta flight. Return plane tickets start at £384. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap flights from IST to Atlanta, book your journey two months before your departure.
The best month for finding cheap Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 miles away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Atlanta and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from IST to Atlanta.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Travel to Atlanta during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to Atlanta in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Atlanta, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 290 miles south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another standout destination in United States and is around 230 miles north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without seeing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
