Atlanta to Biggin Hill is 4,224 miles (6,798 km), a flight of about 8 hours 45 minutes.
Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left seat delivers the Atlanta metro on departure and London's iconic riverscape on arrival, making it the clear choice for the full journey.
Flight Path
The flight tracks northeast from Atlanta over the Appalachians briefly, then crosses the US eastern seaboard near Virginia or the Carolinas, followed by roughly 7 hours over the North Atlantic. Greenland's southern ice sheet may be visible on the horizon at cruise altitude if routing goes far north. The flight crosses Ireland's green patchwork landscape and then Wales or southwest England before descending into the London basin.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ATL
LEFTATL's primary departure runways (8L/8R heading east, or 27L/27R heading west) mean a northbound transatlantic routing takes the aircraft over the northern Atlanta metro. Left side gives you the downtown Atlanta skyline, Stone Mountain, and Lake Lanier as the aircraft climbs out and turns northeast.
Landing at BQH
LEFTBiggin Hill sits on the North Downs southeast of London. Aircraft typically approach from the southwest or northeast depending on runway in use. On approach from the southwest (runway 21 direction), the left side faces north toward central London, giving clear views of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and the City of London spread across the horizon.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Biggin Hill (BQH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Atlanta to Biggin Hill. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left seat delivers the Atlanta metro on departure and London's iconic riverscape on arrival, making it the clear choice for the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
During takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Left side for the best views. ATL's primary departure runways (8L/8R heading east, or 27L/27R heading west) mean a northbound transatlantic routing takes the aircraft over the northern Atlanta metro. Left side gives you the downtown Atlanta skyline, Stone Mountain, and Lake Lanier as the aircraft climbs out and turns northeast. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline, Stone Mountain (the massive granite dome 16 miles east of downtown), Lake Lanier (large reservoir northeast of the city), Chattahoochee River corridor.
What can I see when landing at Biggin Hill in Biggin Hill?
When landing at Biggin Hill (BQH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Biggin Hill sits on the North Downs southeast of London. Aircraft typically approach from the southwest or northeast depending on runway in use. On approach from the southwest (runway 21 direction), the left side faces north toward central London, giving clear views of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and the City of London spread across the horizon. Notable sights include: Thames River snaking through central London, Canary Wharf tower cluster (Isle of Dogs), The City of London financial district, the M25 orbital motorway cutting across the North Downs.
How long is the flight from Atlanta to Biggin Hill?
The flight from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Biggin Hill (BQH) takes about 8 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,224 miles (6,798 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Atlanta to Biggin Hill flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast from Atlanta over the Appalachians briefly, then crosses the US eastern seaboard near Virginia or the Carolinas, followed by roughly 7 hours over the North Atlantic. Greenland's southern ice sheet may be visible on the horizon at cruise altitude if routing goes far north. The flight crosses Ireland's green patchwork landscape and then Wales or southwest England before descending into the London basin.