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$102 Find Cheap Flights from Atlanta to San Francisco

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Cheapest round-trip
$167
Overall average: $318
Frontier
jue. 4/16lun. 4/20
ATL - SFO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$102
Typical prices: $148-$329
Frontier
lun. 3/30
ATL - SFO • Non-stop
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Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom on this route.
For a smooth arrival at SFO, use BART for quick city access.
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You can fly direct with Delta, Frontier and United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 27m
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Denver (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $262 (round-trip)
Nashville (BNA)
Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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January
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to San Francisco (ATL-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Atlanta to San Francisco 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to San Francisco

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2:50 pm - 5:34 pm
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10:38 pm - 6:40 am
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jue., may. 14 - mié., may. 20
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to San Francisco flights

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

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

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

When flying from Atlanta to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays 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.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco is January, where tickets cost $287 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $389 and $383 respectively.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $307 on average.

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

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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to San Francisco

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$102
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Atlanta to San Francisco

When to book flights from Atlanta to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Atlanta to San Francisco

  • What are the accessible services at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    The airport has AirTrains that connect the garages to the terminal and are accessible to persons with limited mobility. The airport dedicates itself to making all its services accessible to all passengers. Contact your airline at least 48h before your flight to seek wheelchair assistance and other special assistance.

  • Are there lounges in Atlanta Hartfield Jackson International Airport (ATL)?

    The airport is one of the busiest in the world and therefore provides lounges where travelers can relax and wait for their flight away from the chaos of the terminals. Most of the lounges are airline-operated. A few lounges allow travelers to purchase a day pass entry, while most are reserved for eligible travelers. On Concourse A, you can find Delta Sky Club, on Concourse B, Delta Sky Club, and Minute Suites, to mention a few. In most concourses, you will find the Delta Sky Club.

  • Can I sleep at Atlanta Hartfield Jackson International Airport (ATL)?

    You are welcome to sleep at the lounges, which offer comfy seats and complimentary services before your flight. However, if you want a more comfortable place to stay, you can check in at one of the hotels around the airport. Just next to the airport, the Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel offers elegant amenities and free airport shuttle services to the hotel. There are other hotels near the airport, so you can choose one within your budget and needs.

  • Are there nursing facilities at SFO?

    Yes. The nursing facilities at SFO are amazing. They offer spacious, private, and beautiful nursery areas for nursing mothers. You can find them past security and before security. If you are traveling with an infant, head to one of them and breastfeed in privacy. You can ask one of the staff members at the airport to help you locate a nursing room.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Atlanta to San Francisco was $103 for a one-way ticket and $167 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Atlanta and San Francisco?

    A passport is not required to fly from Atlanta to San Francisco.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    When flying out of Atlanta you will be using Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Atlanta to San Francisco flight route: Delta, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Atlanta to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Atlanta and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Atlanta to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Atlanta to San Francisco, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Atlanta to San Francisco are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $360 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $285 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 San Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Atlanta 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 San Francisco?

    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 to San Francisco with an airline and back to Atlanta with another airline. Booking your flights between Atlanta and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 to San Francisco from Atlanta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Atlanta to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $139 or less one-way and $289 or less round-trip.
  • Atlanta Hartfield Jackson International Airport (ATL) is approximately 7 miles from Atlanta's business district, making it ideal for travel. You can easily get to the airport with ease. You can check the airport's website for directions.
  • Enjoy the amenities and services the departure airport offers to make your experience great. You can never run out of things to do at Atlanta Hartfield Jackson International Airport (ATL). Log into the free Wi-Fi, and access the prayer rooms, charging stations, banking services, and luggage storage.
  • Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) places you about 13 miles from downtown San Francisco. You can catch the BART train, which connects the airport to the city and other Bay Area destinations. Ground and public transportation are also available to help you navigate the city and surrounding towns.
  • If you are traveling with kids, you can find an interactive kids’ spot at the arrival airport where your children can play as you eat or shop. The airport’s website has a traveling with kids section, so be sure to check it out for more information.
  • San Francisco International Airport is animal friendly and ensures that you and your furry companion have the best travel experience. Apart from service animals, you should properly kennel your pet in the airport terminals. Walk your pet to the pet relief areas after the exhausting flight. The departure airport also provides animal relief spaces inside and outside the terminals.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to San Francisco?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San Francisco.
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San Francisco

Monday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Frontier, United Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Atlanta to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Atlanta to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco? 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4303 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
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The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

2.0 MediocreDarcey, Feb 2026
SAN - SJC
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The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

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.

Awful - both legs. The check in was awful, getting on the plane required walking down a spiral staircase (dangerous), then taking a bus about 5 miles out from the terminal. The seat was broken (I was in business), there was no internet during the flight (both legs). The aircraft was very old. I saw rust in some place, tape holding things up in the bathroom. This was an unacceptable experience for such a long haul flight.

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

They took all carry-on luggage from Groups 6 -9 - I was group 5 and waiting in line to board - they made me check my luggage too. That then went to baggage claim and delayed departure from the airport. There was overhead room in my seating area - Delta over reacted. Also, had a gentleman next to me that took up 1/2 my seat.

The gate agent was most helpful in getting me on to fly standby. I greatly appreciate it.

Sorry I didn't realize I was writing a review for each leg. Please see my previous review - it applies to the entire flight, not just a single leg.

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

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

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

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

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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