Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to San Francisco

3 airlines fly nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 2,139 miles (3,442 km), about 5h 17m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
5h 17m
Distance
2,139 mi
3,442 km
CO₂/pax
361 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
-3h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → SFO
Flight Time
5h 17m
Distance
2,139 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
ATL → SFO
Flight Time
5h 17m
Distance
2,139 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
ATL → SFO
Flight Time
5h 17m
Distance
2,139 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 361 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL DAL (Dallas) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 16m (720 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,476 mi) Total: ~6h 1m 🍃 407 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → DAL
2h 16m · 720 mi
View ATL to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → SFO
3h 45m · 1,476 mi
View DAL to SFO flights →
ATL BNA (Nashville) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 9m (213 mi) Leg 2: 4h 57m (1,969 mi) Total: ~6h 6m 🍃 397 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → BNA
1h 9m · 213 mi
View ATL to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → SFO
4h 57m · 1,969 mi
View BNA to SFO flights →
ATL ABQ (Albuquerque) SFO
Leg 1: 3h 26m (1,268 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (896 mi) Total: ~6h 6m 🍃 405 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → ABQ
3h 26m · 1,268 mi
View ATL to ABQ flights →
Leg 2
ABQ → SFO
2h 40m · 896 mi
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ATL DEN (Denver) SFO
Leg 1: 3h 21m (1,198 mi) Leg 2: 2h 46m (967 mi) Total: ~6h 7m 🍃 390 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → DEN
3h 21m · 1,198 mi
View ATL to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → SFO
2h 46m · 967 mi
View DEN to SFO flights →
ATL LAS (Las Vegas) SFO
Leg 1: 4h 29m (1,745 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (414 mi) Total: ~6h 12m 🍃 397 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → LAS
4h 29m · 1,745 mi
View ATL to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → SFO
1h 43m · 414 mi
View LAS to SFO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 5 hours and 17 minutes. The distance is 2,139 miles (3,442 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to San Francisco?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to San Francisco?

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Atlanta from San Francisco?

The flight distance from Atlanta to San Francisco is 2,139 miles (3,442 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to San Francisco?

At 5h 17m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to San Francisco?

Roughly 361 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,805 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to San Francisco?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.