$64 Find Cheap Flights from Atlanta to California

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$186
San Francisco
San Francisco1 stop$193
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$259
San Jose
San Jose1 stop$159
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$356
Fresno
Fresno2 stops$222
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$419
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$358
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$266
Redding
Redding1 stop$433
Imperial
Imperial1 stop$427
Reno
Reno1 stop$171
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$171
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$186
San Francisco
San Francisco1 stop$193
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$259
San Jose
San Jose1 stop$159
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$356
Fresno
Fresno2 stops$222
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$419
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$358
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$266
Redding
Redding1 stop$433
Imperial
Imperial1 stop$427
Reno
Reno1 stop$171
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$171

Book Cheap Atlanta to California Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Atlanta to California that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to California

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 12:58 pm
ATL
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BUR
27h 58m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 5:50 am
BUR
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ATL
7h 14m
1 stop
$143Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
Frontier Logo
5:36 pm - 10:37 pm
ATL
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ONT
8h 01m
1 stop
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4:35 pm - 8:19 am
ONT
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ATL
12h 44m
1 stop
$145Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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7:11 pm - 8:51 pm
ATL
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LAS
4h 40mnonstop
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11:59 pm - 7:03 am
LAS
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ATL
4h 04mnonstop
$156Frontier
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4
Frontier Logo
8:50 pm - 10:28 pm
ATL
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LAS
4h 38mnonstop
Frontier Logo
11:29 pm - 6:55 pm
LAS
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ATL
16h 26m
1 stop
$158Frontier
Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, May 4
Frontier Logo
5:45 pm - 6:12 pm
ATL
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SJC
27h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:39 pm - 11:09 pm
SJC
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ATL
25h 30m
1 stop
$159Frontier
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28
Frontier Logo
10:35 am - 8:11 pm
ATL
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LAS
12h 36m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:54 pm - 9:35 pm
LAS
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ATL
18h 41m
1 stop
$159Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:41 pm
ATL
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LAS
7h 11m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:52 pm - 5:50 am
LAS
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ATL
3h 58mnonstop
$161Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
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9:37 am - 6:41 pm
ATL
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BUR
12h 04m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 5:50 am
BUR
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ATL
7h 14m
1 stop
$175Spirit Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 29
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 6:41 pm
ATL
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BUR
12h 04m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 5:50 am
BUR
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ATL
7h 14m
1 stop
$185Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 6:41 pm
ATL
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BUR
12h 04m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 5:50 am
BUR
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ATL
7h 14m
1 stop
$201Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to California flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Atlanta to California to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Atlanta to California departing in April.

What is the cheapest Atlanta to California flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to California from Atlanta found in the last 72 hours was to San Francisco, at $193 round-trip. The most popular route is from Atlanta (ATL) to Los Angeles (LAX), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $228.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Atlanta to California depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $251 on average. Morning departures are around 47% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $564.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Atlanta to California?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $474, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Atlanta to California is September, when tickets cost $195 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $368 and $351 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to California?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Atlanta to California clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Atlanta to California, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Atlanta, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Atlanta to California, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$64
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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Flights from Atlanta to California: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Atlanta to California 
Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines
ATL
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LAX
Jan 2026
Take an inflatable seat cushion, as the seats are uncomfortable, and take a patience pill as the staff are rude and mean.
Verified travelerFlew with Delta
ATL
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LAX
Jan 2024
Ride with full belly and the bare minimum. Also I did not know a fanny pack that is staying on my hip was considered a carry on
LarryFlew with Delta
ATL
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SFO
Dec 2023
Get there early. The TSA security line is very long.

FAQs - booking California flights

  • What is the best way to get to downtown Los Angeles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Downtown Los Angeles and LAX lie about 29 km apart, and you will find various travel options linking these two destinations. Those on a strict budget and who want to save money should hop onto a FlyAway Bus service which departs every 30 minutes. For extra comfort and privacy, a taxi is the best option.

  • Are there car rentals at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    Numerous car hire agencies provide rental services at SFO, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Alamo. All the agencies run off-site garages situated at McDonnell Road. To get there, hop onto a courtesy AirTrain Blue shuttle that runs every 15 minutes. The service will ferry you from the terminals and drop you at the garage any day of the week, throughout the year.

  • Are the family amenities at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    SAN features a wide range of family amenities, including nursing and lactation rooms. These suites are spread out in various terminals and provide privacy for moms who want to breastfeed their kids or change nappies. If you’re using Terminal 1, you can locate these amenities on the second level, across from the elevator. In Terminal 2, they lie on the second floor, adjacent to gates 34-35.

  • Is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) pet-friendly?

    LAX features several pet-relief spaces for the convenience of service animals and other furry family members like dogs. These amenities are situated in a room close to Gate 13, and outside between Airline Terminals T1 and T2. These relief areas are equipped with waste disposal bags.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Atlanta to California?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Atlanta to California.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Atlanta to California?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Atlanta to California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Atlanta to California?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Atlanta to California with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Atlanta to California?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Atlanta to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to California

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Atlanta to the following destinations at these prices or less: Las Vegas $131 one-way - $251 round-trip; Los Angeles $212 one-way - $345 round-trip
  • With numerous airlines operating their lounges at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), you will have a place to relax as you wait for your flight to California. If you are flying aboard Delta Airlines, take advantage of its hub at ATL to enjoy the Delta Sky Club located at every concourse.
  • Travelers scheduled to leave early in the morning from ATL to California should remember that the first flight leaves a few minutes after midnight. You will be glad to note that three of the hotels can easily be reached via Atlanta Skytrain. The rest of the facilities offer courtesy airport shuttles for your convenience.
  • As you book your flight from ATL to California, you will find several airlines that provide one-stop flights between these two cities. Spirit Airlines is one of the most popular carriers along this route providing frequent flights from ATL to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with a layover at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
  • Suppose your focus while touring California is San Diego. In that case, book a flight to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines are two frequent operators providing one-stop flights along this route. Frontier Airlines makes a layover in Denver, while Frontier passes through Dallas.
  • Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is well-equipped to cater to the needs of disabled passengers and other travelers with reduced mobility. Every terminal has an ADA-compliant toilet, and elevators facilitate easy movement between the underground tunnels and the departure levels. Contact your airline in advance for any specialized service.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Atlanta to California

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Atlanta to California. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Atlanta to California? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8358 reviews
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
7.2Food
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
Airline reviews

Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

6.0 GoodCarl, Mar 2026
ATL - ATW
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Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

First class is comfortable. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax compared to coach.

Same experience as the flight from Norfolk to Atlanta where people are boarded in zones that don't make sense. People behind you on the plane will get on before you and they take the luggage space on your row.

I was happy that I was able to get a last minute flight but unfortunately my seat was a middle seat. Even with Delta Comfort I wasn't comfortable

two hour delay and the Delta representative on the PA system was unable to understand

We waited an hour on the runway to get a gate in Orlando

The staff on board and gate was nice - a welcome change from the usual. We also arrived early, which was a great benefit, given that it takes 30 minutes plus to get bags at SRQ.

Never got on it. Was re-routed through Detroit and am still in airports 12 hours later waiting for my connecting plane to arrive.

The landing was the worst I’ve experienced with a flight.

Smallest leg room I've ever had on a plane.

Wonderful in-seat entertainment with seatback screens and huge selection of quality movies. The ability to bluetooth connect headphones was amazing.

Horrible service no Wi-Fi connection on both leg of the flight and they are refusing to fix bad service

I will never fly ANA again. They lost one of my large pieces of checked luggage, the heaviest one with the most valuable items in it, and they said they will not send me an email unless they can't find it, even though the paper they gave me to track the status of my lost luggage requires a code from an email they are supposed to send me so I can do baggage tracing. They claim to be an international airline, but they also insist on calling a Japanese telephone number to confirm where to send the lost baggage if they find it. It is impossible to find an actual contact email address for customer support on their website, and their AI chatbot is unhelpful, directing you to a webpage that says it is for contact information but does not have any actual email addresses or phone numbers listed on it. My seat in economy did not recline at all, even though I was not sitting in an exit row nor the very back row. I had to sit in the fully upright position for over ten hours of international travel. Awful experience overall.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

The power at the seat didn't work and the seat itself was difficult to adjust - this was a business class seat. Flight attendant gave me miles to compensate. The attendant was very professional and on top of his game the entire flight.

Delayed for mechanical and no updates on what was happening and how long the delay might be.

A first class seat should fit a fat person, and this doesn't. The trays in the armrest are less functional than an ordinary tray in the back of the seat.

The experience at checkin for my American Airlines flight from Sacramento to LAX was very good including the assistance I received in getting my bags checked in and boarding passes printed. Was pleasantly surprised the my bags were checked through all the way to my destination at Clark International Airport in Angeles, Philippines.

Our flight was delayed 3 times and this is why I am giving such low reviews. Everything else was okay but being in the airport at 4:30pm for my initial flight at 7pm to not leave until after 9:30pm is insane,

Smooth flight. From the early boarding and all were on board before departure time and arrived early in ONT. Great crew. Thank you!!!!

The flight was on time/early, attentive crew, and everything overall went smoothly. Disappointed that WIFI was not working for the flight.

The flight was significantly delayed for 6.5 hours because of snow. There was no communication once the plane returned to the gate regarding when the flight would resume. Other flights were departing while our flight was being unloaded for reasons unknown. Our flight also seemed out of the queue regarding further deicing, refueling, and waiting to Taxi to the runway.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

Arrived 40 min early which was great - sat in runway for 35 min so no gain. Then waited for luggage 45 min. They need to staff accordingly knowing its one of the busiest week in Phx

No WiFi, no outlets to charge phones, no complimentary beverages on a 6 hour flight

Flight was delayed more than 3 hours, and the metro had stopped running by the time we got to the terminal well past midnight, so I was stranded, alone, with no way to get home until the metro started up the next morning.

My flight was cancelled I missed time at work and got a parking ticket

Crew was very nice. Take off and landing were great. Economy seats are not comfortable. Extra cost for snacks.

Everything was terrible. Flight was delayed several hours, crew was abrasive. Stuck on runway for over a hour. There was an argument between passengers that nearly turned into a fight while waiting to exit plane, crew did nothing. Took nearly 3 hours to retrieve luggage at baggage claim. Lost an entire day of vacation. Will never fly spirit again under any circumstance

It was smooth sailing snags we had a really smooth landing and a great flight!

The flight was delayed by 2 hours and we had no food or water or chargers

Horribly late because they had no crew!!! And then jet bridge didn’t work!! Then we arrived at a gate at lax miles away that we had to take a shuttle to a terminal!! I was over 3 hours late to getting the LA! Should have been here at 8:30 and at an appointment at 10:30 and arrived and left lax at 11 am!! Horrible experience!!!

My experience with spirit was horrible I had to spend a extra $100 to check in my bag when I already purchased my ticket even when I got to my gate to get my seat the attendant didnt say anything until I was boarding the plane..also to make matters worst I been flying from Florida to New york and Florida to Atlanta often this was my 4th trip to Atlanta with the same bag and never had this problem till yesterday so im extremely upset and I wasnt even giving a reason for the change the attendant just gave a attitude and wouldn't answer me at all

Once again, the staff seem to think they are above the customers and treat everyone with disdain, belittling people.

Our flight was canceled. I will never use Kayak nor Frontier for travel again. The entire experience was a headache.

A 630departure flight Delayed 6hours! They changed my gate, I moved to the new gate. Had our flight on the screen for 12noon departure. I go get above to eat, check screen again and the flight was gone, no notice no announcement, nothing!! They sent my bag on the flight I wasn’t on, got it back to me 3days later. Thank goodness they did refund my money but I will NEVER fly them again.

Plane and crew on board were fine. Everything else was terrible.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

Inbound plane was on time and flight departed on time with no issues while boarding.

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

I think Frontier was very good at communication. Their app worked very well. Loading was great and the flight was nice and easy.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

Disaster. They lied every step of the way. We ended up being delayed due to crew and then allegedly abandoned the flight because of a curfew at LGA. No rebooking to LGA at any reasonable time. No hotel. No meal vouchers. Had to sleep in the airport and fly to Newark instead. Will never fly Frontier again.

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