Distance from New York City to Atlanta by Car and Plane

The flight distance from New York City (NY) to Atlanta (GA) is 748 miles or 1203 kilometers or 650 nautical miles.
Driving distance from New York City to Atlanta is 867 miles (1396 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 119 miles or 193 km.

Flight distance from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between New York City and Atlanta is 748 miles or 1203 km.
The nearest airport to New York City, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and the nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from New York City to Atlanta?

Flight time from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA is 1 hours 43 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

New York City to Atlanta Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between New York City, NY and Atlanta, GA
This map shows the distance from New York City, NY, Usa to Atlanta, GA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from New York City, New York to Atlanta, Georgia is displayed below.

Driving distance from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA

The driving distance from New York City, New York to Atlanta, Georgia is 867 miles or 1396 km.
The total driving distance from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA is 867 miles or 1396 kilometers. Your trip begins in New York City, New York. It ends in Atlanta, Georgia.
The driving distance from New York City, New York to Atlanta, Georgia is approximately 867 miles (1396 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 17 to 18 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA

How long is the drive from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 7 minutes.
How long does a car ride from New York City to Atlanta take?
New York City and Atlanta are 17 hours 7 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between New York City and Atlanta

Time difference between New York City (NY) and Atlanta (GA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in New York CityCurrent local time in Atlanta
2025-12-05, 09:02:36 EST2025-12-05, 09:02:36 EST
How Far is it Between New York City New York, USA and Atlanta Georgia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between New York City, NY and Atlanta, GA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 867 mi 1396 km 752.9 nmi
Straight line distance 748 mi 1203 km 650 nmi
Difference 119 mi 193 km 102 nmi

New York City Details

New York City is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 39' 48.5'' Longitude: W 73° 56' 19.3''
Latitude40.66347
Longitude-73.9387
StateNew York
Nearest airports to New York City

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Atlanta Details

Atlanta is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 45' 46.5'' Longitude: W 84° 25' 21.6''
Latitude33.76291
Longitude-84.42267
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Atlanta

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between New York City, NY and Atlanta, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 29 hours 5 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 21 hours 48 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 19 hours 23 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 17 hours 27 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 51 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 14 hours 32 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 13 hours 25 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 12 hours 27 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 38 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 54 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 15 minutes