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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Atlanta

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $262. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Atlanta.$187 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Atlanta.$220 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $220, select.

Atlanta.$262 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.

Atlanta.$281 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.

Atlanta.$326 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.

Atlanta.$334 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $334, select.

Atlanta.$358 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $358, select.

Atlanta.$414 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $414, select.

Atlanta.$455 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

Atlanta.$493 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $493, select.

Atlanta.$549 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $549, select.

Atlanta.$587 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $587, select.

Atlanta.$604 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $604, select.

Atlanta.$641 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.

Atlanta.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Atlanta.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

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Alternative San Francisco International to Atlanta routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Atlanta? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

13km from central Atlanta

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from $187

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Atlanta De Kalb / Peachtree

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San Francisco to Atlanta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$187
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	4 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airline	Aeromexico
Average flights per week	271

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Atlanta: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Atlanta?

There are 2 airports in Atlanta: Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and Atlanta De Kalb / Peachtree.

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Atlanta?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Atlanta is $187. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Atlanta?

4 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Atlanta.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Atlanta?

Aeromexico, LATAM Airlines and Delta fly direct from San Francisco International to Atlanta.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Atlanta?

As of September 2026, there are 271 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Atlanta.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Atlanta?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Atlanta is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Atlanta?

If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Atlanta is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson – which is 12.5 km away from the centre of Atlanta. We've found flights into this airport from $187.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta on Saturday, 31 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 39 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Atlanta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Atlanta?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Atlanta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Atlanta?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in Atlanta, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 2°C. The rainiest month is March.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Atlanta.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Atlanta: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta.
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is three hours ahead of San Francisco.
With 65 flights a week between the two airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:22. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from SFO to ATL is with Delta Air Lines at 23:59.
To avoid rushing for your SFO to Atlanta flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at SFO and fly straight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That will be your arrival point when searching for San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta tickets.
You can choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta, such as:
SFO is around 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Atlanta

The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta flight is $172. The cheapest price for a return flight is $187. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from SFO to Atlanta, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SFO to Atlanta.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and find adventure across Atlanta and beyond.
Booking your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SFO to Atlanta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

Best time to go to Atlanta

Plan your trip to Atlanta in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to Atlanta in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.

More about Atlanta

Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Atlanta, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are must-do's during your Atlanta adventure.

Explore more of United States

Atlanta has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.