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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Orleans to Atlanta:

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 6:47 am
• Latest: departs at 7:30 pm and lands at 9:02 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 32m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Atlanta:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Atlanta takes 1h 32m, covering 425 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Atlanta range from $129 to $267, with an average of $188 over the past 12 months. Anything below $129 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $188 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $157 round-trip via Nashville Intl (BNA), compared to $189 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New Orleans to Atlanta flights, with 55% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, evening flights for 18%, and night flights for 0%.

Delta is the only airline on the New Orleans to Atlanta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between New Orleans and Atlanta is around $94 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 40m. Recent train fares are around $76, with a trip time of about 12h 50m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 20% lower. However, taking the train takes about 11+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from New Orleans to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Ace
• Dollar

Flights from New Orleans to Atlanta usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

One-stop flights from New Orleans to Atlanta most commonly connect through:

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from New Orleans to Atlanta. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $180 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $237, a difference of $57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between New Orleans and Atlanta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Frontier
• Southwest

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 4h 14m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 4h 45m via Tampa (TPA).

Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Orleans to Atlanta flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is large and busy. Therefore, it offers an array of amenities and services for passengers to enjoy. While there, you can relax in one of the club lounges. Both the United and Delta Lounges are in Concourse C. The Club MSY is in Concourse B and requires a pass for entrance.

The Atlanta Airport is about a 10min drive from downtown. If you're not renting a car, you can take a shared shuttle into the city. You can catch a shuttle in the ground transportation area. MARTA also has a train system that you can ride into the city. The train station is inside the Domestic Terminal.

Rental car agencies including Enterprise, Budget, Dollar, and Thrifty all have offices at the Atlanta office. The rental car center is just a few minutes from the main terminal of the airport. You can take the SkyTrain from the airport to the rental car center.

Along with numerous restaurants and shops, there is a spa in the airport where you can get a salon or spa service. Walk through the airport and you'll see a variety of art pieces exhibited throughout the terminals. No matter your faith, there is a chapel where you can pray and meditate. Additionally, there are several lounges where you can relax, read, and watch television. This includes lounges for Delta, United, and American.