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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Hartsfield--Jackson Atlanta International Airport to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) right now?
Make sure you check out the Covid-19 Travel Advisor to discover if there are any current quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in effect in John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) when jet-setting from Atlanta Airport.
What terminal is American Airlines at Atlanta Airport?
At Atlanta Airport, American Airlines flights to JFK Airport quite often board from terminal N. Curious to know exactly which terminal you'll be disembarking at? It'll most likely be terminal 5.
Are there American Airlines non-stop flights from ATL to JFK?
American Airlines doesn't operate direct flights between Atlanta Airport and JFK Airport, so expect to make at least one stopover. If you've got time between flights, enjoy a coffee while waiting for your connection.
How long is an American Airlines flight from ATL to JFK?
Watch a movie or two, listen to music through your headphones or just put your seat back and close your eyes. Whatever interests you, you'll need to find a way to entertain yourself during the 5 hours and 16 minutes that it takes to go from ATL to JFK with American Airlines.
What type of aircraft does American Airlines fly from ATL to JFK?
The Airbus A320 and the Embraer 190 are the types of aircraft typically used by American Airlines between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) and John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
How many direct and indirect flights does American Airlines fly from ATL to JFK?
You can take your pick of at least 4 American Airlines flights every day from ATL to JFK.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to JFK, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
American Airlines Airports
Hop on a(n) American Airlines flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
DFWUSADallas-Fort Worth Intl.599
CLTUSACharlotte-Douglas Intl.536
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.317
PHLUSAPhiladelphia Intl.247
MIAUSAMiami Intl.193
DCAUSARonald Reagan Washington National152
PHXUSASky Harbor Intl.141
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.81
LGAUSALaGuardia72
BOSUSALogan Intl.57

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