$188 Cheap Flights from Dayton (DAY) to Atlanta (ATL)

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Cheap Flights from Dayton to Atlanta (DAY-ATL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $188 for one-way flights and $273 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 15
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$273 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $273 found 6 days ago
Delta
Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 9
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$299 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $299 found 2 hours ago
United
Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$319 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $319 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$319 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $319 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 9
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$329 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $329 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 15
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$333 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $333 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$335 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $335 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$338 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $338 found 6 days ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 24
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$339 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $339 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 1
DAY
Dayton
ATL
Atlanta
$342 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 26 from Dayton to Atlanta, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $342 found 18 hours ago

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April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $188 - $449 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Atlanta

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. ATL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $359
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $359
Flights from Dayton (DAY) to Atlanta (ATL)
Origin airport
James M. Cox Dayton Intl.
Destination airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$273
Distance
432 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 41 mins

Dayton to Atlanta Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dayton to Atlanta

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dayton to Atlanta are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dayton to Atlanta with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dayton to Atlanta

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dayton to Atlanta: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dayton to Atlanta

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dayton to Atlanta in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $188 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dayton to Atlanta flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Dayton to Atlanta airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $188 or cheap return flight from $273 from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
December is the least expensive month to fly from DAY to ATL. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Jump on a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and head straight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from DAY to ATL, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Every day, an average of 3 nonstop flights take off from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL). Choose the departure date that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Flights between DAY and ATL are busiest at 6 AM. If you want a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper fares, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAY to ATL?
Travel on a Wednesday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What is the earliest flight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)'s first flight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) takes off at approximately 6:00AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 2h, you'll arrive at around 8:00AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Flights from DAY to ATL have an average travel time of 1 hour and 54 minutes. The total distance between the two is 430 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DAY to ATL?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 92%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Opt for a flight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Atlanta from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
If you're on a direct flight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DAY to ATL shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DAY to ATL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a DAY to ATL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your DAY to ATL flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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