Travelling from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Belfast. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is located in Atlanta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to ATL.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Belfast to ATL leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Belfast International Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, check out these options when taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can get to BHD from the centre of Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to ATL flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Travel at your own speed with a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and find adventure across Atlanta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is $578. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,040. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to ATL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport ticket.
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Find the best deal on a flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal 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 Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). March is when most people visit Atlanta. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in January.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Belfast to ATL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
Georgia Aquarium and Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr are just two of the major attractions to add to your Atlanta to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Atlanta. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Montgomery, about 225 kilometres southwest of Atlanta. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are key highlights.