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Best Time to Fly from San Francisco to Atlanta

August is the cheapest month to fly this route, with average fares around $224 round trip.

Cheapest Month
$224
August avg, round trip
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Cheapest Month
August
avg $224
Most Expensive
June
avg $274
Potential Savings
$50
cheapest vs most expensive
Cheapest Day
Tuesday
avg $229

Month-by-Month Price Breakdown

Average round-trip fares by departure month, based on current availability.

MonthAvg PriceLowestRelative Cost
May 2026$271$220
June 2026$274$224
Peak
July 2026$241$210
August 2026$224$210
Best

Price Trend by Month

$271
May
$274
Jun
$241
Jul
$224
Aug

Day-of-Week Price Analysis

Departing on Tuesday offers the lowest average fares at $229. Sunday departures are the most expensive at $285, a difference of $56.

Sun
$285
Peak
Mon
$251
Tue
$229
Best
Wed
$236
Thu
$269
Fri
$269
Sat
$262

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta is August, with average round-trip fares around $224. The lowest fare found in August is $210.

What day of the week is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Tuesday departures are the cheapest, averaging $229 round trip. The most expensive day is Sunday at $285.

How far in advance should I book flights from San Francisco to Atlanta?

Based on current pricing trends, booking for August travel offers the best value. Avoid June if possible, as fares average $274 compared to $224 in the cheapest month. May is a solid middle-ground option at $271.

How much can I save by choosing the right month?

Flying in August instead of June can save you approximately $50 per round trip. The cheapest month averages $224 while the most expensive averages $274.

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