Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
10 miles (16 km) from the city centre. 106.3 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Train | MARTA Red or Gold Line from the Airport station in the domestic terminal | $2.50 one way |
Flights from Houston to Atlanta
4 airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Atlanta.
- Distance
- 701 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- +1h
- Nonstop airlines
- 4
Fares from Houston to Atlanta
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| United Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | HOU William P. Hobby Airport | ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | HOU William P. Hobby Airport | ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Atlanta
Before you go
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Atlanta uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Atlanta guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Atlanta?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Atlanta?
As of October 2026, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and arrive at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
How far is Atlanta from Houston?
About 701 miles (1,128 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
What ID do I need to fly to Atlanta?
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.
How do I get from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport into Atlanta?
MARTA Red or Gold Line from the Airport station in the domestic terminal, $2.50 one way.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.