Atlanta to Los Angeles (ATL–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Atlanta to Los Angeles
3 carriers, 315 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines
315 Flights/wk
1,942 mi
4h 30m nonstop
-3h behind
188 1-stop hubs
ATL–LAX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,942 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 188 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop ATL–LAX service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, LA, WS | 97 | 321, 32Q, 359, 752, 763, 76W, A21N | 4h40-5h02 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, LA, WS | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, CZ, FJ, PR, QF | 14 | 321 | 4h48-4h58 | Oneworld | AS, CZ, FJ, PR, QF | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 14 | 32Q, A21N | 5h06-5h16 | – | Y4 |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ATL to LAX direction.
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Nonstop flights
315
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ATL to LAX.
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One-Stop Connections
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Longest
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Atlanta
Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
| Metric | ATL→LAX | PDK→LAX | AGS→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ATL | – | 18 mi | 143 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 315 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 30m | 4h 13m | 4h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 96% | – | – |
Atlanta (PDK) to Los Angeles flights · Augusta (AGS) to Los Angeles flights · Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) to Los Angeles flights
Airports within 200 miles of ATL with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Los Angeles is 3 hours
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Atlanta.
ATL: EDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta, it's 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.
ATL: EDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta, it's 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,942 mi / 3,126 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 30m to 5h 16m.
Getting to ATL
MARTA Gold Line runs every 12–15 minutes from downtown Five Points station to the airport (16 min, $2.50). The station connects directly to the Domestic terminal via SkyTrain. Ride-shares cost $20–35 from downtown.
Economy parking in the North/South garages fills quickly; off-site lots on Camp Creek Parkway offer cheaper rates with shuttles.
Getting from LAX
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Los Angeles Climate
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
Facts
ATL–LAX Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Atlanta to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Distance1,942 mi / 3,126 km
Flight time4h 30m to 5h 16m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights315 out / 329 return
1-stop connections188 hubs
Origin: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
Destination: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ATL to LAX flights.
Nonstop flights from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport take approximately 4h 30m to 5h 16m. The route covers 1,942 miles.
3 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier. Plus 11 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 315 nonstop flights per week from ATL to LAX. The return direction has about 329 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SUA, ICT, LNK, SLN, TLC, HDN, BUR, TYS, AIK, CLD, SCF, VDI, SBN, APC, VLD, EGE, BFI, GSO, COS, PNS, CAE, MSN, MKE, AGS, GRR, STP, CID, PIE, OAK, FXE, JAX, MKC, PWK, PAE, MTJ, YWG, YHM, APF, GNV, MLB, TTN, SOP, JAC, GJT, VRB, ECP, LAP, OPF, NLU, TEB, ROC, NAS, MHH, BCT, BZN, RSW, HPN, YOW, BED, YHU, ELH, YEG, BDL, PVD, SAP, QRO, SJD, BGR, ASE, SJU, BDA, PVR, BUF, PLS, BJX, GCM, SXM, DSM, MEM, UVF, LIR, PIT, GDL, CUN, BOI, RDU, OGG, GEG, BOG, OKC, IAH, SNN, LGG, SAL, DFW, MSP, CVG, SMF, RNO, LBG, DEN, YUL, SAN, DAL, BNA, TUS, EDI, ABQ, ELP, ORD, IAD, PHX, MIA, TPA, MDW, LAS, GSP, MCO, BWI, SFO, LUX, MCI, HOU, OMA, CLT, AUS, BRU, STL, RIC, MEX, SLC, XNA, SAT, SDF, IND, CMH, LIS, PHL, CLE, MSY, FLL, DTW, SEA, YYZ, JFK, PDX, MXP, SJC, UIO, ANC, BOS, GIG, ORF, EWR, BCN, DCA, SJO, MAD, YYC, ATH, CPH, FRA, PSP, MUC, LHR, DUB, PBI, LIM, AMS, ZRH, TUL, CDG, YVR, HND, GUA, MTY, PTY, JWN, BZE, HNL, ASG, ICN, SCL, DOH, GRU, IST, FCO and KIX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Atlanta.
Yes, return flights from LAX to ATL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Delta Air Lines operates 6 to 9 daily nonstops. Spirit Airlines runs 1 to 2 daily departures. Frontier adds seasonal service. Delta uses 757-200, 767-300, A321neo, and occasionally A330 equipment depending on demand. Block time is 4 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes westbound and about 3 hours 50 minutes eastbound due to jet stream tailwinds. The sector covers 1,946 miles.
Yes. Delta operates a late-night departure from LAX around 23:00 to 23:30, arriving ATL around 06:00 to 06:30 the next morning. This is a popular flight for business travelers who want a full work day in Los Angeles and an early morning arrival in Atlanta. The eastbound red-eye gets jet stream tailwinds, so the flight runs about 3 hours 50 minutes. First and Delta One seating is available on widebody equipment.
At Atlanta, Delta domestic departures use Concourses A, B, and T depending on aircraft size. Widebody ATL-LAX flights sometimes gate at Concourse A. At LAX, Delta operates from Terminals 2 and 3. The TBIT connector links Terminal 3 to the Tom Bradley International Terminal for passengers connecting to partner airlines internationally. Spirit operates from Terminal 1 at LAX.
Delta rotates several aircraft types on ATL-LAX. The 757-200 is the most common, available in domestic first and Comfort Plus configurations. The A321neo appears on select frequencies. During peak periods and holidays, Delta upgauges to 767-300 widebody equipment with Delta One lie-flat seats. The A330-300 occasionally appears on the route when schedule demand warrants it. Equipment type is visible at booking on delta.com.
Atlanta to Los Angeles: Connecting the Southeast to the West Coast
ATL-LAX is one of the highest-demand transcontinental routes in the US. Delta Air Lines dominates with 6 to 9 daily nonstops, reflecting Atlanta's role as Delta's global hub. Spirit adds low-cost competition with 1 to 2 daily departures. The 1,946-mile sector runs 4 hours 20 to 40 minutes westbound. Eastbound flights cut to under 4 hours with favorable winds. Delta deploys premium-heavy equipment including 757-200, A321neo, and 767-300 widebody aircraft on peak departures. The passenger base mixes entertainment industry traffic, corporate travel between two major metro economies, and connecting passengers flowing through ATL from smaller southeastern cities.
Transcontinental Competition and Schedules
Delta's frequency on ATL-LAX reflects ATL's position as the most connected airport in the US. A late-night red-eye from LAX gives business travelers a full day in Los Angeles with an early Atlanta arrival. Morning departures from ATL cluster between 06:00 and 10:00. The route does not have strong seasonal swings since both markets generate year-round demand. LAX's Terminal 2 and 3 operations connect to the Tom Bradley International Terminal for passengers continuing to Asia or Australia. Atlanta's domestic concourse layout spreads across A through T, but the Plane Train keeps connection times manageable at 30 to 45 minutes for most itineraries.