Los Angeles seen from the hills, with the city skyline in the distance. Flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles

Compare Atlanta to Los Angeles fares from partner travel sites, see which LAX terminal your airline uses, and how taxis, rideshares and the Metro reach the terminals.

ATL to LAX · 1,942 mi · 4h 43m est.

ATL to LAX
1,942 miles
4h 43m nonstop (estimated)
7 airlines in our fare results

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Atlanta to Los Angeles flight insights

Average flight time

~4h 43m (estimated)

ATL → LAX

Cheapest cached price

$176

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 20, 2026.

Planning a trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles? The average flight time on this route is ~4h 43m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $176 (last checked Oct 20, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Atlanta to Los Angeles covers a straight-line distance of about 1,942 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~4h 43m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

Atlanta to Los Angeles at a glance

ATL to LAX is about 1,942 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles on Eazair
Origin	Atlanta (ATL)
Destination	Los Angeles (LAX)
Average Flight Time	~4h 43m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$176
Fares Last Checked	Oct 20, 2026
Distance	1,942 miles (ATL to LAX)
Time in Los Angeles	3 hours behind Atlanta
Airlines in our fare results	7

Local time in Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Atlanta. Atlanta is on Eastern Time, Los Angeles on Pacific Time.

Flight deals from Atlanta to Los Angeles

Seven airlines have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for Atlanta to Los Angeles: Delta, American, United, Southwest, Alaska, JetBlue and Frontier. LAX lists Southwest, JetBlue and Frontier at Terminal 1, American at Terminal 4, Alaska at Terminal 6, and United at Terminals 7 and 8. Delta checks in at Terminal 3.

Terminal 5 is closed for rebuilding, so JetBlue moved to Terminal 1 and American to Terminal 4 in October 2025. Delta's gates may be in Terminal 3 or Terminal 2, so check your boarding pass. Frontier passengers at Terminal 1 are bused to Terminal B, so allow extra time.

Taxis and rideshares still pick up at LAX-it, a lot next to Terminal 1, reached on foot or by the free green shuttle from the Arrivals level. The SkyLink people mover is not open yet, and LAX gives no opening date. Metro's C and K Lines stop at the LAX/Metro Transit Center, linked to every terminal by a free shuttle, and FlyAway buses run to Union Station and Van Nuys.

EazAir's first 16 fare checks for ATL to LAX ran from 11 Sep to 16 Oct 2026, each for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. The highest result was more than three times the lowest, and two checks on 4 Oct came back almost the same. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Atlanta to Los Angeles flights

Departure · Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Eastern Time

Arrival · Los Angeles

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Pacific Time

Other airports near Los Angeles: Long Beach (LGB), John Wayne (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

About Los Angeles

Areas to know in Los Angeles

Santa Monica
Downtown LA
Silver Lake

Weather in Los Angeles

A Mediterranean climate: mild and generally dry year-round, with slightly cooler, wetter weather in the winter months.

Atlanta to Los Angeles: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

Leaving from Atlanta (ATL)

MARTA Red and Gold line trains end at the Airport station, at the west end of the Domestic Terminal between the North and South baggage claims.
Every ATL security checkpoint gives access to all concourses and gates. In the domestic terminal, TSA PreCheck lanes are at the South checkpoint.
ATL asks domestic travelers to arrive at least 2 hours before departure and says security is usually heaviest from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Live wait times are on ATL.com and in the MyTSA app.
The Plane Train and a walkway connect the Domestic Terminal with concourses T and A to F.

Arriving at Los Angeles International (LAX)

Airline	LAX terminal
Southwest, JetBlue, Frontier	Terminal 1 (Frontier passengers are bused to Terminal B)
Delta	Check-in at Terminal 3; gates in Terminal 3 or Terminal 2
American	Terminal 4
Alaska	Terminal 6
United	Terminals 7 and 8
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

Terminal 5 closed for rebuilding in October 2025, when JetBlue moved to Terminal 1 and American to Terminal 4. LAWA expects the new Terminal 5 just before the 2028 Olympics.

Getting from LAX	How it works	Where it goes
LAX-it (taxis and rideshare)	A pickup lot next to Terminal 1. Walk there or take the free green shuttle from the Arrivals level, 24 hours.	Wherever you booked.
SkyLink people mover	Not open yet. LAWA calls it forthcoming and gives no opening date. LAWA says it will run 24 hours a day and be free for ticketed passengers. LAX describes LAX-it as a temporary pickup site until the people mover is complete.	Not running yet.
Metro C and K Lines	A free shuttle links every terminal with the LAX/Metro Transit Center, where it uses Bus Bays 1 and 2.	The Metro rail network.
FlyAway bus	Blue FlyAway columns on the Arrivals level, 7 days a week.	Union Station and Van Nuys.

For the flight home, LAX advised in July 2026 arriving two hours before a domestic flight and warned of detours and longer shuttle times from work at Terminal B (Tom Bradley), Terminal 4 and the future Terminal 5. Westbound Century Boulevard has nightly lane restrictions until 13 Nov 2026.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Southwest Basic	Southwest's policy allows one carry-on and one personal item.	Checked bag fees apply to Basic fares.	A free Standard seat is assigned at check-in. Preferred and Extra Legroom seats cost extra.	Only by upgrading to a Choice fare or higher. Cancelling at least 10 minutes before departure gives a flight credit, which for Basic expires 6 months from booking.
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
Alaska Saver	Included, plus a personal item.	Same allowance as Alaska's Main fare.	Assigned at check-in or at the gate. Parties are not guaranteed to sit together.	No changes except eligible same-day changes for a fee. Cancelling within 24 hours of booking follows Alaska's 24-hour policy; cancelling at least 14 days before departure gives a 50 percent credit.
JetBlue Main Base (bookings made after 29 Jul 2026)	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included.	Costs extra.	Change fee plus any fare difference. Cancelling gives travel credit minus a fee.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy.	Costs extra, or a seat is assigned after check-in.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 16 fare checks from Atlanta to Los Angeles ran from 11 Sep to 16 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was more than three times the lowest, and two checks on 4 Oct came back almost the same. That is a small sample, so it shows that prices move, not when they are lowest. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

ATL: Passenger Security (last modified 22 Apr 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
ATL: How to navigate ATL (18 Jul 2025, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
ATL: Frequently asked questions (last modified 24 Oct 2024, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MARTA: Airport (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Airline list (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Airline location map (as of 1 Jul 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAWA: Terminal 5 closure (20 Oct 2025, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Terminal 1 (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Los Angeles airport map (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: LAX-it (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: SkyLink (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Traffic and ground transportation (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: FlyAway bus (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAWA: Summer travel tips (1 Jul 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LA Metro: LAX (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare information (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Assigned seating (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Carry-on baggage policy (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare types and benefits (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Alaska Airlines: Saver fare (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Fare options (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: What is included in my fare (last modified 25 Mar 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bundles (accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for ATL to LAX, 11 Sep 2026 to 16 Oct 2026
LAWA: SkyLink (no date shown, accessed 26 Oct 2026)

Frequently asked questions

Which LAX terminal does my airline use?

LAX lists Southwest, JetBlue and Frontier at Terminal 1, American at Terminal 4, Alaska at Terminal 6, and United at Terminals 7 and 8. Delta checks in at Terminal 3, with gates in Terminal 3 or Terminal 2.

Where do I get a taxi or rideshare at LAX?

At LAX-it, the pickup lot next to Terminal 1. Walk there or take the free green shuttle from the Arrivals level. LAX describes LAX-it as a temporary pickup site until the people mover is complete, and SkyLink has no official opening date yet.

Is the LAX SkyLink train open?

Not yet. LAX says SkyLink is in final testing and gives no opening date. When it opens, LAX says it will be free and run 24 hours.

How do I get from LAX by public transport?

Take the free shuttle from the terminals to the LAX/Metro Transit Center for the Metro C and K Lines, or the FlyAway bus to Union Station or Van Nuys from the blue columns on the Arrivals level.

Do basic fares from Atlanta to Los Angeles include a carry-on?

Southwest and Delta say every passenger can bring a carry-on and a personal item, and the lowest fares on American, JetBlue and Alaska include one. United Basic Economy and Frontier without a bundle include only a personal item on domestic flights.

How early should I get to LAX for the flight home?

In July 2026 LAX advised arriving two hours before a domestic flight and warned of detours and longer shuttle times from work at Terminal B (Tom Bradley), Terminal 4 and the future Terminal 5.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Ease jet lag on longer routes

On longer cross-country flights, adjusting your sleep schedule a day or two before departure and staying hydrated in flight can reduce jet lag on arrival.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.