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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to New York

Compare Atlanta to New York JFK fares from partner travel sites, see which JFK terminal Delta, JetBlue and American use, and how to get into Manhattan.

ATL to JFK · 759 mi · 2h 15m est.

ATL to JFK
759 miles
2h 15m nonstop (estimated)
3 airlines in our fare results

Photo: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Atlanta to New York flight insights

Average flight time

~2h 15m (estimated)

ATL → JFK

Cheapest cached price

$120

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Last checked Nov 6, 2026

Planning a trip from Atlanta to New York? The average flight time on this route is ~2h 15m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $120 (last checked Nov 6, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Atlanta to New York at a glance

ATL to JFK is about 759 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 New York on Eazair
Origin	Atlanta (ATL)
Destination	New York (JFK)
Average Flight Time	~2h 15m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$120
Fares Last Checked	Nov 6, 2026
Distance	759 miles (ATL to JFK)
Time in New York	Same time as Atlanta
Airlines in our fare results	3

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

Flight deals from Atlanta to New York

This page searches New York JFK. LaGuardia (LGA) in Queens and Newark Liberty (EWR) in New Jersey are separate airports, so check the airport code on any result. JetBlue, American and Delta have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. At JFK, Delta uses Terminal 4, JetBlue Terminal 5, and American Terminal 8.

If you are flying JetBlue, JFK has moved ride-app pickups for Terminal 5 to the Howard Beach AirTrain station, and the AirTrain ride there is free. Drop-offs at the terminal are not affected. American celebrated the opening of Terminal 8's redeveloped customer areas in April 2026.

AirTrain JFK is free between terminals and runs every 5 to 15 minutes. You pay the AirTrain fare when you enter or leave at Jamaica, for the LIRR and subway, or at Howard Beach, for the subway. The Port Authority says LIRR trains from Jamaica reach Penn Station or Grand Central Madison in about 20 minutes. Taxis to Manhattan from the official stands charge a flat fare, plus tolls, time and destination surcharges, and an optional tip.

EazAir's first 35 fare checks for ATL to JFK ran from 31 Aug to 16 Oct 2026, each for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. On 24 Sep alone, five checks returned five different results. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Atlanta to New York flights

Departure · Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Eastern Time

Arrival · New York

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Eastern Time

Other airports near New York: LaGuardia (LGA), Newark Liberty International (EWR), Stewart International (SWF)

About New York

Areas to know in New York

Greenwich Village
SoHo
Williamsburg

Weather in New York

Four distinct seasons, with hot, humid summers and cold winters that bring occasional snow.

Atlanta to New York JFK: 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.

This guide is for New York JFK. LaGuardia (LGA) in Queens and Newark Liberty (EWR) in New Jersey are separate airports run by the Port Authority, so check the airport code on every result.

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 New York JFK

Airline	JFK terminal
Delta	Terminal 4
JetBlue	Terminal 5 (some international arrivals use Terminal 4 overnight)
American, Alaska	Terminal 8 (American celebrated the opening of its redeveloped customer areas on 21 Apr 2026)
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

Getting from JFK	How it works	Where it goes
AirTrain JFK	Free between terminals, every 5 to 15 minutes. You pay the AirTrain fare when you enter or leave at Jamaica or Howard Beach.	Jamaica for the LIRR and subway; Howard Beach for the subway.
LIRR from Jamaica	See MTA TrainTime for LIRR times.	Penn Station or Grand Central Madison, in about 20 minutes, according to the Port Authority.
Ride apps at Terminals 5 and 7	Pickups moved to the Howard Beach AirTrain station; the AirTrain ride there is free. Accessible rides can still be picked up at the terminal.	Wherever you booked.
Taxis	Official taxi stands only; ignore anyone offering rides inside the terminal.	A flat fare to Manhattan, plus tolls, surcharges that vary by time and destination, and an optional tip.

For the flight home, JetBlue lists JFK security checkpoint hours of 3 a.m. to midnight, subject to change. TSA PreCheck lets you keep shoes and light jackets on and leave laptops and travel-size liquids in your bag, though TSA says expedited screening is not guaranteed.

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 on domestic flights 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.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.

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

EazAir's first 35 fare checks from Atlanta to New York JFK ran from 31 Aug to 16 Oct 2026, and its first 18 checks from JFK to Atlanta ran from 10 Sep to 11 Oct. 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. On 24 Sep alone, five checks from Atlanta returned five different results. That shows how fast prices move, not when they are lowest. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

ATL: 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 (last modified 24 Oct 2024, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MARTA: Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: Airlines (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: Terminals (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: JFK Terminal 8 opening (21 Apr 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: New York JFK airport information (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: Terminal 5 and 7 ride-app pickup relocation (from 2 May 2025, ongoing, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: AirTrain (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: Public transport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JFK: Taxi service (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LaGuardia Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Newark Liberty International Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
TSA: PreCheck (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)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for ATL to JFK and JFK to ATL, 31 Aug 2026 to 16 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does this page include LaGuardia or Newark?

No. It searches New York JFK only. LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark Liberty (EWR) are separate airports, so check the airport code shown with each result.

Which JFK terminal does my airline use?

JFK lists Delta at Terminal 4, JetBlue at Terminal 5, and American and Alaska at Terminal 8. JetBlue says some of its international arrivals use Terminal 4 overnight.

Where do I get a rideshare from JFK Terminal 5?

At the Howard Beach AirTrain station. JFK moved ride-app pickups for Terminals 5 and 7 there, and the AirTrain ride is free. Accessible rides can still be picked up at the terminal.

How do I get from JFK to Manhattan by train?

Take AirTrain JFK to Jamaica for the LIRR or subway, or to Howard Beach for the subway. You pay the AirTrain fare when you leave at either station. The Port Authority says LIRR trains reach Penn Station or Grand Central Madison in about 20 minutes.

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

Delta says every passenger can bring a carry-on and a personal item, and JetBlue's Main Base and American's Basic Economy include one. Check the partner site for the bag rules on your fare.

Is there a flat taxi fare from JFK to Manhattan?

Yes. JFK says taxis to Manhattan charge a flat fare, plus tolls, surcharges that vary by time and destination, and an optional tip. Use the official taxi stands and ignore anyone offering rides inside the terminal.

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.