Flying from San Diego to Atlanta: what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Explore the options for booking a flight from San Diego to Atlanta departing from either of these.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the major arrival point in Atlanta.
The average duration of a direct flight from San Diego to Atlanta is 4 hours 13 minutes. Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta 3 hours ahead of San Diego.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 129 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from San Diego to Atlanta is with Delta Air Lines at 23:20. Go for the first SAN to ATL departure with Delta Air Lines at 06:15 to maximise your time in Atlanta.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from San Diego to Atlanta.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
When flying within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap flights from San Diego to Atlanta, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can book a direct flight from San Diego to Atlanta departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Begin your journey at SAN and land at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
When leaving from SAN, you can take a direct flight from San Diego to Atlanta with Delta Air Lines.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from San Diego to Atlanta that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
El Paso International Airport (ELP)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Atlanta, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Atlanta
At the moment, ₹ 5,675 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Atlanta. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 11,373. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from San Diego to Atlanta by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Diego to Atlanta. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Atlanta. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Atlanta in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego to Atlanta, think about the type of weather you like best. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Atlanta sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Atlanta right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Atlanta:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are must-visits when exploring Atlanta.
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