A captivating view of Atlanta's skyline with illuminated buildings and highways at night. — flights from Chicago to Atlanta
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Flights from Chicago to Atlanta

Nonstop flights from Chicago (MDW) to Atlanta (ATL) take about 1h 41m (952 km). Frontier Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $49 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Atlanta

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A captivating view of Atlanta's skyline with illuminated buildings and highways at night. — arriving in Atlanta

Airport transfer

ATL → Atlanta, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Chicago Midway Airport Area →1 lounge at Chicago Midway Airport Area Airport

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Airlines flying Chicago to Atlanta

Carriers on MDW–ATL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Frontier Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Chicago to Atlanta fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $60 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$13231 Oct 2026 · Frontier Airlines$130 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026 · Frontier Airlines
Nov 2026$8024 Nov 2026$77 · 1 stop24 Nov 2026 · Frontier Airlines
Dec 2026$6010 Dec 2026 · Frontier Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $60 in December 2026, against $77 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Chicago to Atlanta, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Atlanta

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Chicago to Atlanta flights

How long is the flight from Chicago to Atlanta?
A nonstop flight from Chicago (MDW) to Atlanta (ATL) takes about 1h 41m, covering 952 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Chicago from Atlanta by air?
The great-circle distance between Chicago Midway International Airport and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 952 km (592 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Atlanta?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MDW–ATL route include Frontier Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Chicago to Atlanta cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MDW–ATL was $49 USD with Frontier Airlines (nonstop), departing 10 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Atlanta?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $60 one-way, against $130 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Chicago to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Atlanta?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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