Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Atlanta?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $258 to $553. The lowest price recently found on this route was $221.

Question 1

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 43% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 2

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Atlanta on average per week?

Accepted Answer

204 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Atlanta as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 3

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 41m.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Atlanta is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $339. Flights to Atlanta are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $672. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Question 6

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Atlanta on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, there are 29 flights per day flying from San Francisco to Atlanta. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 53% of flights taking off at noon.

Question 7

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $237.

Question 8

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for the best San Francisco - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson flight prices

Question 9

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $258 to $553.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $221.

Question 10

How have San Francisco to Atlanta flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Atlanta flights are approximately 40% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 11

What airlines fly to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Frontier, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Atlanta from San Francisco according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Atlanta. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Atlanta on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 12

How often are flights from San Francisco to Atlanta delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between San Francisco and Atlanta have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 151 minutes.

Question 13

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Atlanta flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a flight to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Atlanta from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Atlanta for around $355 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Atlanta from San Francisco for as low as $293 on momondo.

Question 15

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 04m.

Question 16

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Atlanta flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Atlanta flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Atlanta flight.

Question 18

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Atlanta from San Francisco, with most prices found around $319. If you aren’t able to travel to Atlanta during the month of April, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $320.

Question 21

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Atlanta. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $403. 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 Atlanta on Sunday is $519.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport refresh daily.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson 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 Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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