Stunning night view of San Diego's illuminated skyline with calm waterfront reflections. — flights from Atlanta to San Diego
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Flights from Atlanta to San Diego

Nonstop flights from Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN) take about 4h 18m (3,038 km). Southwest Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $322 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in San Diego

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Stunning night view of San Diego's illuminated skyline with calm waterfront reflections. — arriving in San Diego

Airport transfer

SAN → San Diego, booked before you fly

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Airlines flying Atlanta to San Diego

Carriers on ATL–SAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Southwest Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Atlanta to San Diego flights

How long is the flight from Atlanta to San Diego?
A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN) takes about 4h 18m, covering 3,038 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Atlanta from San Diego by air?
The great-circle distance between Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport and San Diego International Airport is 3,038 km (1,888 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Atlanta to San Diego?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ATL–SAN route include Southwest Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Atlanta to San Diego cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ATL–SAN was $322 USD with Southwest Airlines (nonstop), departing 29 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Atlanta to San Diego?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $194 with 2 stops against $322 nonstop, a saving of $128. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to San Diego?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter San Diego visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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