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London (LHR) to Atlanta (ATL) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
6,761km
4,201 mi, great circle
Flying time
8h 43m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
4.7
average, November 2026
Airlines
3
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to ATL
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Terminals
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport has two terminals and seven concourses with a total of 200 gates. The Domestic Terminal is located on the west side of Hartsfield–Jackson and the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal is on the east side of the airport.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-25. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Atlanta?
About 8h 43m gate to gate for the 6,761 km (4,201 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to ATL?
British Airways, Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic, with about 4.7 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).