Flying from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA): what you need to know
Atlanta's main airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Explore your options for departing from this base when booking your flights from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located in Phoenix. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind Atlanta.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Atlanta to AZA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from central Atlanta to ATL is roughly 11 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
About Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Book a hotel near AZA if you're catching a late flight from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to central Phoenix
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to central Phoenix is around 42 minutes in a car. It's approximately 35 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
$107 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Return flights start from $249. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Atlanta to AZA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Atlanta to AZA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
December is the busiest month to catch a flight from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Phoenix, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Phoenix. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Atlanta to AZA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 79ºF and 111ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 39ºF and 68ºF on average.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are must-do's during your Phoenix adventure.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Phoenix and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Atlanta to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
