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$136+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Atlanta (SFO - ATL)

SFO — ATL
Sep 21 — Sep 281
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Atlanta

Fri 9/1810:24 pm -
1 stop13h 15m
Fri 9/258:33 am -
1 stop11h 44m
Deal found 8/21$271
Wed 9/2310:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 9/275:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 23m
Deal found 8/21$272
Fri 9/1110:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Mon 9/149:18 pm -
1 stop20h 11m
Deal found 8/21$274
Thu 9/1010:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 9/135:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 23m
Deal found 8/19$275
Wed 9/910:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 9/135:30 am -
2 stops56h 17m
Deal found 8/19$277
Sun 10/410:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Tue 10/203:45 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 8/18$278
Mon 10/510:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Tue 10/209:08 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 8/17$279
Sat 10/1010:14 pm -
Nonstop4h 47m
Wed 10/213:28 pm -
Nonstop5h 27m
Deal found 8/17$280
Mon 10/510:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Thu 10/291:21 pm -
1 stop7h 29m
Deal found 8/18$281
Thu 10/111:58 pm -
2 stops30h 10m
Thu 10/83:45 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 8/17$282

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Atlanta

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(Frontier)

One-way from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$446

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$202 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson flights.
From San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

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Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

10:40 am-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/16

2:55 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$347

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

6:35 am-7:05 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/5

6:50 pm-12:40 am

2 stops8h 50m

$347

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

8:21 am-4:11 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/21

7:02 pm-9:12 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$359
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 11/13

10:59 pm-6:31 am

Nonstop4h 32m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/15

8:05 am-10:31 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$359

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 10/16

9:30 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 54m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/19

7:35 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$359

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

7:40 am-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/21

1:10 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$363

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

5:05 pm-5:50 am

2 stops9h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/28

10:35 am-4:30 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$368

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

4:50 pm-6:30 am

2 stops10h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/23

10:35 am-8:05 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$374

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

6:45 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/23

10:35 am-8:05 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$374

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Thu 10/1

11:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 10/4

8:55 pm-8:00 am

2 stops14h 05m

$374

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Atlanta

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Atlanta flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Atlanta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Atlanta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Atlanta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Atlanta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Atlanta

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta?

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Atlanta is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta (average of $354). Flying from San Francisco to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $493). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ATL?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Atlanta in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Atlanta flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Atlanta flights typically cost between $320 and $514 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $271 on Frontier (Sep 18-Sep 25).

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Atlanta flights

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Our travel experts
Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on LATAM Airlines

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on ATL

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Atlanta by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Atlanta from San Francisco?

    The San Francisco area is served by three major airports, two of which offer flights to Atlanta. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the largest and will give you the most options in terms of routes and airlines. It has four terminals, which are connected by an air train. It is located 13 miles south of downtown and can be reached via car, taxi, rideshare, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) rail. Located across from San Francisco on the other side of the bay is the Oakland International Airport (OAK). It is about 10 miles south of downtown Oakland and is accessible by taxi, shuttle service, and the BART rail system. This airport is slightly smaller and might not offer you as many flight options. Both airports provide both long and short-term parking lots for those who choose to drive.

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    To fly directly from San Francisco to Atlanta, you will have to leave from San Francisco International Airport. From there you have several options for nonstop flights. Frontier Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines offer a direct flight to Atlanta on select days of the week. The days and times it is offered will vary depending on the month. United operates two nonstop flights seven days a week—one leaves in the morning and the other is an overnight flight leaving in the evening. Delta offers the most nonstop flight options. They have several flight options at all times of the day, from morning to evening, and they operate seven days a week.

  • What are the layover options between San Francisco and Atlanta?

    The layover cities will depend on which airline you fly with. A flight with Delta may stop in Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Seattle, or Minneapolis. United flights may include a layover in Houston or Chicago. These layover times range from less than an hour to several hours. Since they are all in major airports, there will be plenty of shopping and dining options to help you pass the time. Flights with Frontier stop in Denver for an eight-hour overnight stop. This adds a lot more time to your journey and generally won’t save you much money.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    As both the origin and destination are within the United States, this is considered a domestic flight and no passport or visa is needed. However, if you already have a passport and prefer to use that, you may. To fly within the United States, you will still need to pass through security and present ID. Accepted forms of ID include a valid state-issued ID, driver's license, or military ID. If you are not a US citizen, you may present a foreign-issued passport or permanent resident card. When going through the security checkpoint, your bags will also be inspected, so it’s important to review what is safe to carry with you and which items should be placed in your checked baggage.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    If you wish to fly to Atlanta from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. There are 24 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) per day to choose from. Flights to Atlanta from San Francisco are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 33m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Atlanta flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    Airlines like Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta fly from San Francisco to Atlanta in about 4h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 13m. San Francisco and Atlanta are separated by a distance of 2133 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Atlanta round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Atlanta round-trip from $134. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $216, and American Airlines, from $238. Frontier is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Atlanta for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta consider choosing United Airlines (85%), Virgin Australia (80%) or Air New Zealand (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta is generally $1,256, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $161 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Atlanta?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can rent a car at Dallas/Fort Worth for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre more than any other notable places. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $59 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Atlanta flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Atlanta (average of $354). Flying from San Francisco to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $493). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Atlanta

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$137Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$216Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$262Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$265Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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