The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Samos Airport (SMI) in Samos Island, Greece is 9,376 kilometers (5,826 miles / 5,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:51 in Atlanta, it's 10:51 in Samos Island. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,007 feet between the two airports. Samos Airport sits lower than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

The return flight from Samos Island (SMI) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Samos Airport (SMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.