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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 8:05 am and lands at 12:48 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 2:33 am.

The flight takes about 4h 43m.

A direct flight from Atlanta to San Diego takes 4h 43m, covering 4,887 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to San Diego range from C$ 449 to C$ 861, with an average of C$ 671 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 449 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the C$ 671 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 378 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to C$ 765 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 50–C$ 128 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to San Diego flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 28%, Afternoon flights for 15%, and Night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 490 to C$ 2,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Atlanta to San Diego flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Atlanta to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 357, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 20 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from Atlanta to San Diego usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

One-stop flights from Atlanta to San Diego most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 42% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Houston Hobby (HOU) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Atlanta to San Diego. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 584 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 779, a difference of C$ 195.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Delta operates flights between Atlanta and San Diego.

Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 09m, compared with 6h 14m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 6h 17m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

San Diego is 3 hours behind Atlanta (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are San Diego Convention Center, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, and Mission Beach. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Atlanta to San Diego flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.