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$105+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Atlanta (SFO - ATL)

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SFO — ATL
Nov 22 — Nov 291
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:02 amSFO - ATL
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Fri 11/146:43 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:55 pmSFO - ATL
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
Mon 11/106:43 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:00 pmSFO - ATL
2 stops37h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 amATL - SFO
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$186
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Mon 11/310:23 pmSFO - ATL
Nonstop4h 52mFrontier
Thu 11/136:00 amATL - SFO
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:23 pmSFO - ATL
Nonstop4h 52mFrontier
Fri 11/146:43 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:59 pmSFO - ATL
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1212:51 pmATL - SFO
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:30 amSFO - ATL
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/87:30 amATL - SFO
2 stops19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:32 pmSFO - ATL
1 stop10h 27mFrontier
Sat 12/67:06 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 44mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:23 pmSFO - ATL
Nonstop4h 52mFrontier
Wed 12/312:43 pmATL - SFO
1 stop22h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:55 pmSFO - ATL
2 stops35h 11mFrontier
Wed 11/1212:15 pmATL - SFO
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:30 amSFO - ATL
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Thu 12/118:00 pmATL - SFO
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:30 amSFO - ATL
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:43 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$197

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Atlanta (ATL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(Frontier)

One-way from

$105
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$340 or less

Good one-way deal

$187 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. 7% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Atlanta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Atlanta that are best for you.

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San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

6:05 am-5:35 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 1/13

1:35 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$216

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

10:45 am-6:31 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/26

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 36m

$219

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

11:00 pm-6:42 am

Nonstop4h 42m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 36m

$238

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/13

4:15 pm-8:06 am

1 stop18h 51m

$253

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

9:30 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop4h 38m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/9

9:59 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$268

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

8:07 am-10:30 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$268

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

10:35 pm-6:11 am

Nonstop4h 36m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/17

5:41 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$279

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

9:25 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/10

11:35 am-6:35 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$282

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

10:35 pm-6:11 am

Nonstop4h 36m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 11/18

7:17 am-9:45 am

Nonstop5h 28m

$284

San FranciscoAtlanta

SFO - ATL

SFOATL

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/27

5:20 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$292

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Atlanta in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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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Cheapflights Insights

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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Atlanta is 81 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 $102). Flying from San Francisco to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Atlanta in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 48% 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on October 19, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Atlanta flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Atlanta trip
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LATAM Airlines

LATAM's Premium Business offers lie-flat seats and two free checked bags for added comfort.


LATAM's LATAM+ seats offer more legroom and earlier boarding for economy passengers.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier offers Zone 1 boarding with a carry-on bag purchase or special fare bundle.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus provides extra legroom and priority boarding for MileagePlus Premier members.


United's Polaris Business Class includes lie-flat seats and access to exclusive Polaris Lounges.

Airports
SFO

For a smooth departure, use the AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals quickly at SFO.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
ATL

Use MARTA for a quick 15-20 minute ride from ATL to downtown Atlanta.

Read more about ATLby Chris Dong
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Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 32m 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 Alaska Airlines fly from San Francisco to Atlanta in about 4h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 59m. 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 $100. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $105, and Frontier, from $128. Hawaiian Airlines is priced at 71% 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 Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $108. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Frontier, 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 ITA Airways (100%), KLM (94%) or United Airlines (93%) 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 $1,076, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $141 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 Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 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.

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

    Dallas travelers tend to visit American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion more than any other notable places. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can rent a car at Dallas/Fort Worth for an average daily rate of $57 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 $102). Flying from San Francisco to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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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Alternative routes for San Francisco to Atlanta

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Atlanta

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Atlanta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$100Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$234Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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