$86 Cheap Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN)

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Popular airlines from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to San Diego (ATL-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $86 for one-way flights and $172 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$172 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $172 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$182 Roundtrip, just found
$182
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $182 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$186 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $186 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 15
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $191 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$192 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $192 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 19
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $196 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 16
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$196 Roundtrip, just found
$196
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $196 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 5
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$198 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $198 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Sat, Dec 6
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$198 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $198 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
ATL
Atlanta
SAN
San Diego
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Atlanta to San Diego, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $199 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $123 - $297 per traveler.

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

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TIJ
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CLD
McClellan-Palomar
Average driving time to city center38 min
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $86 or cheap return flight from $172 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) 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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
November is the least expensive month to fly from ATL to SAN. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Fly nonstop from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines are well-known airlines offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) can vary depending on demand, travel dates and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find an ATL to SAN flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL), you'll have your pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The 4 PM departures from ATL to SAN are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ATL to SAN?
Travel on a Monday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:30AM UTC-5, departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL). You'll be flying for about 4h 58m, coming in to land at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 10:28AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
It usually takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to fly the 1,900 mi from ATL to SAN.
What airline has the least delays from ATL to SAN?
Delta Air Lines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), with an on-time rating of 81%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you go and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To reach San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) on time, opt for a flight that takes off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 San Diego from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ATL to SAN just before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ATL to SAN flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing an ATL to SAN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your ATL to SAN flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$172
Distance
1886 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

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Atlanta to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Atlanta to San Diego

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 Atlanta to San Diego are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Atlanta to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Atlanta to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Atlanta to San Diego: 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 Atlanta to San Diego

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 Atlanta to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $86 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 Atlanta to San Diego 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 Atlanta to San Diego 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.

 

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