Distance from Atlanta to San Francisco by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to San Francisco (CA) is 2134 miles or 3434 kilometers or 1853 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to San Francisco is 2473 miles (3980 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 339 miles or 546 km.

Flight distance from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Atlanta and San Francisco is 2134 miles or 3434 km.
The nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and the nearest airport to San Francisco, is San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

What is the average flight time from Atlanta to San Francisco?

Flight time from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA is 4 hours 54 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Atlanta to San Francisco Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and San Francisco, CA
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to San Francisco, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to San Francisco, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to San Francisco, California is 2473 miles or 3980 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA is 2473 miles or 3980 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in San Francisco, California.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to San Francisco, California is approximately 2473 miles (3980 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 43 to 44 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, CA?
The total driving time is 43 hours, 43 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to San Francisco take?
Atlanta and San Francisco are 43 hours 43 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and San Francisco

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and San Francisco (CA) is 3 Hours.
San Francisco time is 3 Hours behind Atlanta.

Current local time in AtlantaCurrent local time in San Francisco
2025-12-19, 07:15:35 EST2025-12-19, 04:15:35 PST
How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and San Francisco California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and San Francisco, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2473 mi 3980 km 2147.55 nmi
Straight line distance 2134 mi 3434 km 1853 nmi
Difference 339 mi 546 km 294 nmi

Atlanta Details

Atlanta is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 45' 46.5'' Longitude: W 84° 25' 21.6''
Latitude33.76291
Longitude-84.42267
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Atlanta

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San Francisco Details

San Francisco is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 46' 30'' Longitude: W 122° 25' 10''
Latitude37.775
Longitude-122.41944
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to San Francisco

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Atlanta, GA and San Francisco, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 82 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 62 hours 11 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 55 hours 16 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 49 hours 45 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 45 hours 13 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 41 hours 27 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 38 hours 16 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 35 hours 32 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 33 hours 9 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 31 hours 5 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 29 hours 15 minutes