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Los Angeles.121 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 121 €, select.
Los Angeles.129 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 129 €, select.
Los Angeles.130 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Fri, 20 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 130 €, select.
Los Angeles.140 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.
Los Angeles.146 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.
Los Angeles.153 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 153 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Atlanta to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from 319 €
Jun
from 130 €
Jul
from 129 €
Aug
from 140 €
Sep
from 163 €
Oct
from 163 €
Nov
from 158 €
Dec
from 237 €
Jan
from 293 €
Feb
from 316 €
Mar
from 429 €
Apr
from 287 €

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Atlanta to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found121 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week465

Finding cheap flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles is 121 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to Los Angeles.
WestJet, Aeromexico and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Atlanta to Los Angeles.
As of May 2025, there are 1,860 flights per week flying from Atlanta to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Los Angeles is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Atlanta, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from 121 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Los Angeles on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Atlanta to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Get your travels underway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Search for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles that leave from this terminal.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the major arrival points in Los Angeles.

  • Hop on a direct Atlanta to Los Angeles flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Los Angeles is three hours behind Atlanta and observes the UTC-7 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to {"defaultCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","accusativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","nominativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","dativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport"} (LAX). There are 98 services that connect the two airports each week.

  • To ensure you make it on your Atlanta to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles

  • 64 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Los Angeles. Return flights start at 121 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To secure cheap Atlanta to Los Angeles flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Save money on your Atlanta to Los Angeles flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Begin your trip at ATL and touch down at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Atlanta to Los Angeles plane tickets out of ATL. Some of the most popular are:

  • ATL is about 13 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Central Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.

  • Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near VNY. Unwind after your Atlanta to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Van Nuys Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles. To escape the crowds, visit Los Angeles in May.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Atlanta to Los Angeles ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

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