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Cheapest return flight
$367
Typical prices: $430-$739
Southwest
Fri 7/12Sat 8/12
LAX - ATL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$468
Typical prices: $450-$755
Frontier
Fri 2/3Thu 8/3
LAX - ATL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Frontier, and American Airlines. Average duration is 4h 19m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $297 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta (LAX-ATL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Atlanta

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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01:05 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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14:45 - 19:20ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
7h 35m2 stops San Antonio El Paso
$367Southwest
2 hours ago
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
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11:50 - 22:55LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 05m2 stops Tucson Denver Intl
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06:20 - 10:05ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
6h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$367Southwest
9 hours ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Frontier Logo
11:38 - 00:16LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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15:33 - 17:41ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
5h 08mdirect
$391Frontier
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Frontier Logo
11:38 - 00:16LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
05:01 - 11:27ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
9h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$414Frontier
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
American Airlines Logo
06:05 - 15:39LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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17:55 - 20:06ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
5h 11mdirect
$438American Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
Southwest Logo
06:00 - 14:55LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
11:45 - 15:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$438Southwest
2 days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:14LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:55 - 20:06ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
5h 11mdirect
$440American Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:04 - 08:40LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 36m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
05:01 - 11:27ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
9h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$441Frontier
3+ days ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Southwest Logo
05:05 - 17:55LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Austin Bergstrom
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14:45 - 19:20ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
7h 35m2 stops San Antonio El Paso
$451Southwest
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:14LAX  Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:55 - 20:06ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles
5h 11mdirect
$495American Airlines
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Atlanta flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta typically range from $430 to $739. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $367 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta at $463 return.
•July ($676) and June ($670) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Atlanta flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$209
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Atlanta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Atlanta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Atlanta:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:05 and lands at 04:24
    • Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 04:18.

    The flight takes about 4h 19m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta takes 4h 19m, covering 5,028 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Atlanta flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta range from $430 to $739, with an average of $574 over the past 12 months. Anything below $430 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Atlanta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $574 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $297 return via Philadelphia (PHL), compared with $591 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights are:

    • Delta: 88% on time
    • Frontier: 84% on time
    • American Airlines: 75% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$142 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

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

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Atlanta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 28%, Afternoon flights for 22%, and Evening flights for 7%.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Atlanta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $367 to $3,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • JetBlue

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

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Atlanta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $272, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Atlanta route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 29m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $544 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $639, a difference of $95.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Atlanta. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Atlanta?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 12m, compared to 6h 20m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 21m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Atlanta?

    Atlanta is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Georgia World Congress Center is one of the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Atlanta flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Atlanta flights?

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

  • Which terminal has the most dining options at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

    Hartsfield-Jackson’s numerous concourses have a wide variety of delectable delights available in them, but among them Concourse T in particular stands out. Popular options in the concourse include Grindhouse Killer Burgers, Atlanta Stillhouse, and Papi’s Caribbean Cafe. Concourse T is also the home of Delta’s and American Airlines direct flights to and from Los Angeles and Atlanta, making it extra convenient for travelers between the two cities.

  • Are there onsite hotels at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

    Yes, Minute Suites is located in Concourse B of the airport post-security. Three other options just outside the airport are the Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway, Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel, and Springhill Suites Atlanta Airport Gateway. These hotels can be reached in minutes from the airport via the complimentary SkyTrain. Additionally, there are a number of hotels adjacent to the airport that offer complimentary shuttle transport.

  • Can I fly from Los Angeles to Atlanta non-stop?

    Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines all offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta. There are also numerous one-stop flights offered by the same carriers with common layovers in cities such as Las Vegas, Dallas, and Denver.

  • What is the quickest way from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to downtown Atlanta?

    For travelers who prefer public transport, The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) features both bus and train connections to and from the airport. MARTA’s Gold and Red Train Lines offer rapid and convenient access to the downtown area from the airport.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Atlanta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $544, about $95 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Atlanta trip for November. Fares historically average $463 return in that month – typically $214 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 88% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 29m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Philadelphia Airport (PHL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $297 return on this route – about $293 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    • Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
  • Are you a fan of live music? Atlanta Airport’s entertainment program brings live musicians to the airport every single day of the week. Whether you are there for just an hour or two before your flight or you have a longer layover, the music program is a great way to take in the local Atlanta culture while biding your time at the airport.
  • If you have the kids in tow during your time in Los Angeles International Airport then perhaps you should check out the “LAX Beach” play area in Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). There is also another play area available in the Terminal 6 Alaska Lounge.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to Atlanta are on the longer side, so if you have a pet joining you for the flight it is perhaps best to pay a visit to one of Los Angeles International Airport’s pet relief areas before boarding. In LAX there are two outdoor pet relief areas located in the central terminal area in between Terminals 1 and 2 and between Terminals 7 and 8, while in the Tom Bradley International Terminal there is an indoor pet relief area.
  • Picking up a rental car after arriving in Atlanta? The Rental Car Center at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is just minutes away from the terminals via the SkyTrain.
  • As Delta Air Lines’ primary hub, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport has numerous Delta Sky Clubs located throughout the vicinity. There are nine different lounges spread out across Concourses A, B, C, D, E, F, and T. In these lounges, travelers will find a variety of amenities from personal travel assistance to snacks and beverages.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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