Back Bay skyline across the Charles River from the Longfellow Bridge. Flights from Atlanta to Boston

Route guide

Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Boston

Compare Atlanta to Boston fares from partner travel sites, see what Delta, JetBlue and Frontier's lowest fares include, and check their Boston Logan terminals.

ATL to BOS · 945 mi · 2h 38m est.

ATL to BOS
945 miles
2h 38m nonstop (estimated)
6 airlines in our fare results

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Atlanta to Boston flight insights

Average flight time

~2h 38m (estimated)

ATL → BOS

Cheapest cached price

$168

Checking live fares…

Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 26, 2026.

Planning a trip from Atlanta to Boston? The average flight time on this route is ~2h 38m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $168 (last checked Oct 26, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Atlanta to Boston at a glance

ATL to BOS is about 945 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Atlanta to Boston on Eazair
Origin	Atlanta (ATL)
Destination	Boston (BOS)
Average Flight Time	~2h 38m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$168
Fares Last Checked	Oct 26, 2026
Distance	945 miles (ATL to BOS)
Time in Boston	Same time as Atlanta
Airlines in our fare results	6

Local time in Boston is the same as in Atlanta. Atlanta is on Eastern Time, Boston on Eastern Time.

Flight deals from Atlanta to Boston

Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and Frontier Airlines are among the six airlines that have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for Atlanta to Boston, along with Southwest, American and United. Their basic fares are built very differently, so the cheapest fare on the screen is not always the cheapest trip once bags and seats are added. Some results include a connection, so check the stops before you choose.

Delta's lowest fare is now called Delta Main Basic. Delta says seats are assigned after check-in, and after its 24-hour risk-free window, refunds are not allowed and a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee. JetBlue's Main Base includes a carry-on but no checked bag, and seat selection costs extra. Frontier's fares include only a personal item unless you buy a bundle. Delta also charges for checked bags unless you qualify for a waiver such as Medallion status, so add the bags you need before you compare.

EazAir checked this route 14 times between 2 Sep 2026 and 10 Oct 2026. Each check recorded the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult across partner sites, for a departure 30 days later. The highest result was more than double the lowest, and on 28 Sep three checks for the same departure date came back different within hours. Search your own dates for live prices. EazAir does not charge you to search. Check the final price, fees, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

At Boston Logan, JetBlue uses Terminal C. Delta runs domestic flights from Terminal A and also from Terminal E, so check the Fly Delta app or My Trips for yours, and Delta runs a shuttle bus between the two. Into the city, the MBTA Silver Line SL1 is free from every terminal to South Station, where the Red Line continues to Cambridge. A free airport shuttle links the terminals with the Blue Line at Airport station, where the regular subway fare applies.

Airports for Atlanta to Boston flights

Departure · Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Eastern Time

Arrival · Boston

Logan International (BOS)

Eastern Time

About Boston

Areas to know in Boston

Back Bay
North End
Beacon Hill

Weather in Boston

Four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers, with fall foliage drawing visitors through October.

Atlanta to Boston: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

Leaving from Atlanta (ATL)

MARTA Red and Gold line trains end at the Airport station, at the west end of the Domestic Terminal between the North and South baggage claims.
Every ATL security checkpoint gives access to all concourses and gates. In the domestic terminal, TSA PreCheck lanes are at the South checkpoint.
ATL asks domestic travelers to arrive at least 2 hours before departure and says security is usually heaviest from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Live wait times are on ATL.com and in the MyTSA app.
The Plane Train and a walkway connect the Domestic Terminal with concourses T and A to F.

Arriving at Boston Logan (BOS)

Airline	Logan terminal
JetBlue	Terminal C for domestic flights.
Delta Air Lines	Terminal A or Terminal E for domestic flights. Check the Fly Delta app or My Trips for yours. Delta runs a shuttle bus between Terminal A (near gates A13 to A22) and Terminal E (usually gate E13) from 4:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

Getting into Boston	From the airport	Where it goes
MBTA Silver Line SL1	Free from the airport, with stops at every terminal.	South Station, for the Red Line to Cambridge and for Commuter Rail.
MBTA Blue Line	A free airport shuttle runs from the terminals to Airport station. The regular subway fare applies on the Blue Line.	Downtown Boston. Change at State for the Orange Line or at Government Center for the Green Line.
MBTA ferry	Leaves from the Logan Airport Ferry Terminal. Fares apply.	Long Wharf and other harbor stops, with more service in summer.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
JetBlue Main Base (bookings made after 29 Jul 2026)	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included.	Costs extra.	Change fee plus any fare difference. Cancelling gives travel credit minus a fee.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy, and cost more at the airport.	Costs extra.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

Between 2 Sep and 10 Oct 2026, EazAir recorded 14 fare checks from Atlanta to Boston and 11 from Boston to Atlanta. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. In both directions the lowest fare moved a lot between checks, and from Atlanta the highest result was more than double the lowest. That is a small sample, so it shows that prices move, not when they are lowest. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport: Passenger Security (last modified 22 Apr 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
ATL: How to navigate ATL (18 Jul 2025, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
ATL: Frequently asked questions (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MARTA: Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MBTA: Logan Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MBTA: Harvard station, Cambridge (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Boston airport information (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Boston airport update (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Fare options (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for ATL to BOS and BOS to ATL, 2 Sep 2026 to 10 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Which terminal does Delta use at Boston Logan?

Delta says its domestic flights at Boston Logan leave from Terminal A and also from Terminal E. Check the Fly Delta app or My Trips for your flight. A Delta shuttle bus links the two terminals.

Which terminal does JetBlue use at Boston Logan?

JetBlue lists Terminal C for its domestic flights at Boston Logan.

How do I get from Logan Airport to Cambridge?

Take the MBTA Silver Line SL1, which is free from every Logan terminal, to South Station, then the Red Line to Cambridge. Both are listed on the MBTA's Logan Airport page.

Do basic fares from Atlanta to Boston include a carry-on?

Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free. JetBlue's Main Base includes a carry-on. Frontier's fares include only a personal item unless you buy a bundle, so a carry-on costs extra.

How early should I get to the Atlanta airport for a flight to Boston?

ATL asks domestic travelers to arrive at least 2 hours before departure and says security is usually heaviest from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Every checkpoint reaches all concourses, and live wait times are on ATL.com.

How far is it from Atlanta to Boston by air?

ATL and BOS are about 945 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.