$49 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Atlanta (ATL)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $98 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$98 Roundtrip, just found
$98
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Fri, Jan 16, priced at $98 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$108 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $108 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Fri, Jan 16, priced at $140 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 7
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$150 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $150 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 10
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$151 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $151 found 9 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$156 Roundtrip, just found
$156
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Fri, Jan 16, priced at $156 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$178 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $178 found 1 hour ago
United
Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 10
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$252 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $252 found 9 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$319 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $319 found 15 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
SAN
San Diego
ATL
Atlanta
$333 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from San Diego to Atlanta, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $333 found 1 hour ago

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $124 - $331 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 $213
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $213
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Atlanta (ATL)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$98
Distance
1886 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 59 mins

San Diego to Atlanta Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Atlanta in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $49 or cheap return flight from $98 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
January is the most affordable month to fly from SAN to ATL. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with Delta Air Lines and travel straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some popular carriers offering reasonable fares. Don't forget that flight prices from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) can change based on travel dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a SAN to ATL flight that works with your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
When departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
More passengers fly between SAN and ATL at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to ATL?
If you depart on a Sunday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s earliest flight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) takes off at approximately 6:15AM UTC-8. With a travel time of 4h 10m, you'll touch down at around 1:25PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
It takes about 4 hours and 4 minutes to travel the 1,900 mi from SAN to ATL.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to ATL?
With 87% of journeys typically arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
To avoid possible delays on the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) is the only airport in Atlanta with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Browse your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from SAN to ATL generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to ATL flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SAN to ATL 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 convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SAN to ATL flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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