Travelling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport 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.
Every week, there are 249 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, opt for the 05:45 Spirit Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:59 with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you catch your ATL to LAX flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to Los Angeles, United States. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport:
American Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ATL to LAX flights. An exceptional 84.75% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATL and LAX:
Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Dallas Love Field Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
56 € is the lowest price for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 113 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from ATL to LAX by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from central Atlanta, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ATL:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're on a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Los Angeles. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATL to LAX sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.