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Frontier Airlines
13 Sep, Sun
San Diego – Atlanta
6h 30m
1 stop
SAN–ATL
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Quick Flight Summary from San Diego to Atlanta
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $202
- Direct flight duration 6 hour 30 min
- Arrival airports ATL
- Best days to book Sunday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $286
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Atlanta
Cheapest Direct Flight
Delta Air Lines
18 Oct, Sun
San Diego – Atlanta
4h 15m
Non-stop
SAN–ATL
United Airlines
26 Sep, Sat
San Diego – Atlanta
8h 13m
1 stop
CLD–ATL
Alaska Airlines
15 Sep, Tue
San Diego – Atlanta
9h 29m
1 stop
SAN–ATL
Delta Air Lines
5 Oct, Mon
San Diego – Atlanta
4h 22m
Non-stop
SAN–ATL
American Airlines
1 Oct, Thu
San Diego – Atlanta
8h 2m
1 stop
CLD–ATL
Alaska Airlines
18 Sep, Fri
San Diego – Atlanta
11h 43m
1 stop
SAN–ATL
Last update: 13 September 2026 03:22
Estimated Prices for San Diego to Atlanta Flights
Cheapest Day13 September Sunday
Best Price
$205
Average Price
$205
$205
$205
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Transportation to Airport from San Diego City Center
San Diego Intl. Airport
San Diego International Airport is located 5 kilometres from the city centre, which is approximately a 10-minute drive. You can choose a variety of transportation options, including the metrobus and taxi.
Taxi
Taxis are the most commonly used mode of transportation to and from the airport. You can reach your hotel, the city centre, or any other destination comfortably by using a taxi. Taxi fares for travel to nearby neighbourhoods are generally low, however, it is important to keep in mind that taxi drivers receive a tip of up to 15%.
Metrobus
The metrobus, which is commonly referred to as ‘The Flyer’, can take you to the airport from specific bus stations in the city centre. There is also sufficient luggage space available in the metrobus. This is an easy and cheap mode of transportation.
Shuttle Services
The shuttle service is another mode of transportation for those planning to travel to the airport from the city centre. If you want to get around the problem of transportation in a comfortable way, the shuttle service is an option to consider.
Private Vehicle
Using your private vehicle is another option. The airport is located along Interstate 5 (I-5). You can drive to the airport by taking the State Route 163 (SR 163), the Interstate 8 (I-8), the I-15, and then by following directions. You can also park your vehicle at the airport’s car park area, but do note that car park fees are charged by the number of hours, days, and months.
Airport Information
There are many ways to spend your time at San Diego International Airport. You can purchase gifts at reasonable prices for those you care about at the Duty Free Americas, Gaslamp MarketPlace, InMotion Entertainment, and other stores inside the Terminal 2 building.
You can consider eating and drinking at the likes of Urban Crave, Tommy V's Pizzeria, and Starbucks. If you have time to spare before your flight, you can take advantage and relax at the spa saloon inside the terminal building.
Transportation to Atlanta City Center from Airport
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport
Atlanta is an important junction point of land, air, and rail transportation in the United States. It is also an important commercial and industrial city, where many international companies are headquartered in. Atlanta is also an important crossroads for international air travel. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, also known as Atlanta Airport, is the world’s busiest airport according to passenger traffic and it was ranked the world’s busiest airport according to the number of landings and takeoffs for several years. Located about 13 km from the city center, the airport is easily accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives.
Metro
The city has a very developed metro line that connects directly to the airport. The MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) metro station is located in the main terminal building. The red and gold lines run directly from the airport to the main stops in the city’s commercial center, such as Five Points, Civic Center, and Peachtree. The metro runs every 15 minutes and travels to the city center in about 15-17 minutes. From the Five Points station you can transfer to the green or blue line, which provide access to other important parts of the city.
Airport Buses
There are shuttles and airport buses that provide transportation to the city center from the airport. There is a shuttle service that provides transportation between the airport and various hotels and another shuttle service that provides transportation between the airport and the city center and commercial center. Buses are located in between the south and north domestic terminals in the Green Zone. Buses to Five Points only take 15 minutes. These buses depart every 30 minutes and reservations are required.
Taxi
Another transportation alternative to get to the city center is by taxi, especially when you consider how short that distance is. Taxis run on a fixed rate to major areas in the city center. Taxis are located in the Yellow Bus aisle, just outside the baggage claim area. For a more luxurious ride to the city center there are over 300 companies that provide limousine transportation to the city center. You must make a reservation for this service beforehand.
Rental Car
As the world’s busiest airport, Atlanta Airport offers a rich variety of rental car companies to choose from. There are 13 rental car companies located at the airport, offering a fleet of hundreds of vehicles. To get to the city center from the airport by car connect to the I-85 N from the Terminal Parkway. This freeway will take you to the city center.
Atlanta Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Saturday
12 Sep
29°22°
Today
Sunday
13 Sep
32°23°
Monday
14 Sep
36°21°
Tuesday
15 Sep
29°24°
Wednesday
16 Sep
33°23°
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Which airports can I use for San Diego-Atlanta flights?
Which airports can I use for San Diego-Atlanta flights?
For San Diego-Atlanta flights, you can use San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport as departure airport, and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Diego-Atlanta and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Diego-Atlanta and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between San Diego-Atlanta is 3041 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour 40 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for San Diego-Atlanta flights?
Which day is the most convenient for San Diego-Atlanta flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Diego-Atlanta flights is Tuesday.
San Diego-Atlanta: which airline is better value on this route?
San Diego-Atlanta: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Frontier Airlines starts from approximately $205.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Frontier Airlines | $205 | — |
Last update: 03.09.2026
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