How to travel from Atlanta to Anchorage, United States of America

The distance between Atlanta and Anchorage is around 3,423 miles (5,509km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Atlanta to Anchorage by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Anchorage (ANC).

  • Duration8h 40m
  • Flight time8hrs
  • Typical cost
    $215
Operated by

Delta

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2 similiar routes

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car
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Drive

Drive to Anchorage.

  • Duration3 days 8h
  • Distance4,355 miles (7,009km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Atlanta and Anchorage

There are several options for getting from Atlanta to Anchorage by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $215 and will take around 8h 40m.

The distance between Atlanta and Anchorage is around 3,423 miles (5,509km).

It takes around 8h 40m to get from Atlanta and Anchorage by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3 days 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Atlanta to Anchorage is to fly which takes around 8h 40m and will set you back approx $215.

The cheapest way to travel between Atlanta and Anchorage, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $215 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Atlanta and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 8h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Atlanta and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 8h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Atlanta and Anchorage. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC). The flight takes around 8hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Atlanta and Anchorage with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 8hrs.

Delta, Alaska Airlines, Inc., United Airlines, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines fly between Atlanta and Anchorage. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and and arrive into Anchorage (ANC). These flights usually take around 8hrs.

The flight from Atlanta to Anchorage typically takes around 8hrs. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and and arrive into Anchorage (ANC).

The closest major airport to Anchorage is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) (ANC) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Anchorage. Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) (ENA) and Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV) (CDV) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Atlanta and Anchorage. The distance is around 4,355 miles (7,009km) by road and it will take around 3 days 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Atlanta to Anchorage is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 40m and will usually cost around $215.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Atlanta and Anchorage

Transport options from Atlanta to Anchorage
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
8h 40m
$215
every 15 mins5,509km (3,423 miles)
Bus to Groome Transportation - Columbus, Fly11h 25m
$360
hourly5,805km (3,607 miles)
Bus and Plane11h 50m
$730
every 20 mins6,199km (3,852 miles)
Drive
3 days 8h
$430
on demand7,009km (4,355 miles)

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Airports near Anchorage

The following major airports near Anchorage offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
International Airport
Distance
4 miles (7km) from Anchorage
ENA
Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
64 miles (103km) from Anchorage
CDV
Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
157 miles (253km) from Anchorage