Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to Anchorage

1 airline flys nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC). It's 3,416 miles (5,497 km), about 7h 38m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International
🇺🇸 Anchorage, USA
Flight Time
7h 38m
Distance
3,416 mi
5,497 km
CO₂/pax
522 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
-4h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → ANC
Flight Time
7h 38m
Distance
3,416 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to Anchorage with one stop · direct emits 522 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL MSP (Minneapolis) ANC
Leg 1: 2h 41m (905 mi) Leg 2: 5h 48m (2,518 mi) Total: ~8h 29m 🍃 578 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → MSP
2h 41m · 905 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → ANC
5h 48m · 2,518 mi
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ATL YYC (Calgary) ANC
Leg 1: 4h 45m (1,913 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,527 mi) Total: ~8h 30m 🍃 606 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → YYC
4h 45m · 1,913 mi
View ATL to YYC flights →
Leg 2
YYC → ANC
3h 45m · 1,527 mi
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ATL DTW (Detroit) ANC
Leg 1: 1h 59m (593 mi) Leg 2: 6h 45m (2,985 mi) Total: ~8h 44m 🍃 591 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → DTW
1h 59m · 593 mi
View ATL to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → ANC
6h 45m · 2,985 mi
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ATL GEG (Spokane) ANC
Leg 1: 4h 49m (1,968 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,584 mi) Total: ~8h 44m 🍃 626 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → GEG
4h 49m · 1,968 mi
View ATL to GEG flights →
Leg 2
GEG → ANC
3h 55m · 1,584 mi
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ATL YVR (Vancouver) ANC
Leg 1: 5h 30m (2,247 mi) Leg 2: 3h 26m (1,330 mi) Total: ~8h 56m 🍃 630 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → YVR
5h 30m · 2,247 mi
View ATL to YVR flights →
Leg 2
YVR → ANC
3h 26m · 1,330 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to Anchorage?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Anchorage (ANC) takes approximately 7 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 3,416 miles (5,497 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Atlanta from Anchorage?

The flight distance from Atlanta to Anchorage is 3,416 miles (5,497 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to New York.

Will I experience jet lag flying from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Maybe mild — 4-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to Anchorage?

At 7h 38m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Roughly 522 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,610 km.

Is the return flight from Anchorage to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.