Airport Comparison
| ABQ | ATL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Albuquerque International Sunport Airport | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| IATA Code | ABQ | ATL |
| ICAO Code | KABQ | KATL |
| City | Albuquerque | Atlanta |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,355 ft | 1,026 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.040000, -106.610000 | 33.640000, -84.430000 |
Albuquerque (ABQ) to Atlanta (ATL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States is 2,038 kilometers (1,266 miles / 1,101 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 88°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 22:47 in Albuquerque, it's 00:47 in Atlanta.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,329 feet between the two airports. Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.