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Atlanta.$133 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.
Atlanta.$133 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.
Atlanta.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Atlanta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Atlanta flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $159
Jul
from $133
Aug
from $147
Sep
from $147
Oct
from $147
Nov
from $153
Dec
from $510
Jan
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Feb
from $665
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May
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Houston to Atlanta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$133
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week596

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Atlanta: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Atlanta: Atlanta Fulton County, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and Atlanta De Kalb / Peachtree.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Atlanta is $133. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Atlanta.
LATAM Airlines, WestJet and KLM fly direct from Houston to Atlanta.
As of June 2025, there are 612 flights per week flying from Houston to Atlanta.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Atlanta is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Atlanta is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson – which is 12.6 km away from the centre of Atlanta. We've found flights into this airport from $133.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Atlanta on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Atlanta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Atlanta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Atlanta, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -0°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Atlanta is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Houston to Atlanta: what you need to know

  • Start your journey at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Atlanta departing from either of these.

  • Disembark at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). This is the major gateway to Atlanta.

  • Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Houston to Atlanta flight.

  • The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston.

  • The most popular route for flights from Houston to Atlanta is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). There are 94 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IAH to ATL is the 05:40 Spirit Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 22:14 with Frontier Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to get on your Houston to Atlanta flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at security and check-in. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of international departures is wise.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Atlanta

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Atlanta is $67. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $133. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book two months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Atlanta flights.

  • May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Houston to Atlanta. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Houston to Atlanta.

  • Find a cheap Houston to Atlanta flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • You can get a direct flight from Houston to Atlanta leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Start your journey at IAH and arrive at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

  • Choose from a range of airlines offering direct Houston to Atlanta plane tickets with departures from IAH, including:

  • Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a handy hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Atlanta, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • 78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Prefer to fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Houston to Atlanta, seamlessly connecting you to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

  • Delta Air Lines offers direct Houston to Atlanta plane tickets from HOU. Book your favourite aisle seat and reach your destination in a single journey.

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to Atlanta, kick back in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:

  • William P. Hobby Airport has a track record for punctuality. 81.06% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to ATL if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Atlanta. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and chase adventure across Atlanta and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

  • You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

Best time to go to Atlanta

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Atlanta. July is the busiest month for a trip to Atlanta. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

  • Book a Houston to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap flights from Houston to Atlanta around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Atlanta

  • Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Atlanta, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are top attractions which should be on any good Atlanta itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among its highlights.

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