Travelling from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Explore your options for taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), the city's main airports.
4 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Diego. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. There are 50 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 10:50pm. Choose the first SAN to ATL departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 6:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to ATL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) depart from this terminal.
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport taking off from SAN.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Delta Air Lines from SAN to ATL.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta Air Lines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is around 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to ATL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATL if you have a late flight from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to central Atlanta is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ج.م. 2,328 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 4,657. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to ATL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
February is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Atlanta based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your San Diego to ATL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Atlanta when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Georgia Aquarium followed by Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Atlanta, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres west to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From 16th Street Baptist Church to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Montgomery is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south-west of Atlanta. No journey is complete without a visit to Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
