Question 1

How many flights depart from Atlanta to Los Angeles on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Atlanta and Los Angeles is 53 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 2

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $289. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $437.

Question 3

How many flights depart from Atlanta to Los Angeles on average per week?

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The number of flights available between Atlanta and Los Angeles is 372 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 5

What cabin class options are available on Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles flights?

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 6

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

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Frontier, Delta and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Atlanta according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 7

What is the cheapest Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles flight route?

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Fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles for the best Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Los Angeles flight prices

Question 8

What is the most punctual flight time for Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 9

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $226. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $728 per ticket.

Question 10

How often are flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Atlanta and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 155 minutes.

Question 11

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Atlanta when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Atlanta for as low as $203 on momondo.

Question 14

How have Atlanta to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Atlanta to Los Angeles flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 15

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $180.

Question 16

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Atlanta and Los Angeles?

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Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 58% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

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The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Atlanta, with most prices found around $196. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from Atlanta during May instead. Flights to Los Angeles in May, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $221.

Question 18

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles

Question 19

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 55m.

Question 20

Can stopping save me money on Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Atlanta to Los Angeles.

Question 21

Do you need a visa or a passport to fly from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Individuals who are traveling within the United States do not need to secure a visa in order to board a domestic flight. Additionally, a passport is not required on flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles. However, anyone who plans to board a plane will need to present a valid government-issued form of ID. The ID must include the passenger’s full name, date of birth, and photograph. A driver’s license is an example of a valid document. However, travellers will, in the near future, be required to present a REAL ID to fly on this route.

Question 22

What are the airports for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Atlanta, the capital city of Georgia, to Los Angeles, in southern California, are offered multiple times a day, which provides travellers with a broad number of options. Typically, these routes to Los Angeles from Atlanta will leave from the busy Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), which is located a short drive to the south of the city center. These flights arrive at the massive transportation hub of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which is situated about a half-hour’s drive southwest of the Los Angeles city center. Both the departure and the arrivals airports are, by far, the busiest transportation hubs in their respective cities.

Question 23

Do any airlines fly non-stop from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are multiple American-based air carriers that provide travellers with service to Los Angeles from Atlanta. However, three airlines service this route with greater frequency than the others; these carriers include American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines, all of which are major international carriers. While there are typically fewer direct options than flights that include at least one layover, these direct options operate daily and can take anywhere from about 4h 39min to around 5h 9min.

Question 24

What are the best places to stop between Atlanta and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A majority of the west coast-bound flights that travel from Atlanta to Los Angeles will include at least a single layover along the way. These one-to-two transfer routes have a range of airports at which they will generally stop before completing the trip, but three airports serve as a layover location with greater frequency. These layover locations generally include George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas; Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas, Texas; and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), which is in North Carolina’s capital city of Charlotte. These one-to-two stop options will generally take anywhere from about 7h 10min to as long as about 23h 8min. These flights options with layovers are generally less expensive than direct routes.

Question 25

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

Question 26

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

Question 27

How old do you have to be to fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

Question 28

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What cabin class options are available on Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Atlanta to Los Angeles.

How have Atlanta to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Atlanta to Los Angeles flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

How often are flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Atlanta and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 155 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Atlanta to Los Angeles flights?

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Atlanta and Los Angeles?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 58% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $180.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 55m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

How many flights depart from Atlanta to Los Angeles on average per day?

The number of flights available between Atlanta and Los Angeles is 53 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Atlanta to Los Angeles on average per week?

The number of flights available between Atlanta and Los Angeles is 372 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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