Travelling from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Look for flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that leave from this terminal.
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city follows the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Atlanta.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. There are 91 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 10:59pm. Choose the first ATL to LAX departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 6:25am if getting there sooner works for you.
To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to LAX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like March? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Fly without interruptions from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) operate from here.
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport departing ATL include:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ATL and LAX is Delta.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
Of the departures from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LAX and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
$112 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport. A return flight starts at $265. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Atlanta to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to go to Los Angeles. December is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Atlanta to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre.