Distance from San Jose to Atlanta by Car and Plane

The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Atlanta (GA) is 2108 miles or 3391 kilometers or 1830 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Atlanta is 2430 miles (3912 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 322 miles or 521 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Jose and Atlanta is 2108 miles or 3391 km.
The nearest airport to San Jose, is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and the nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

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

Flight time from San Jose, CA to Atlanta, GA is 4 hours 50 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

San Jose to Atlanta Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Atlanta, GA

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Atlanta, Georgia is 2430 miles or 3912 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Atlanta, GA is 2430 miles or 3912 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Atlanta, Georgia.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Atlanta, Georgia is approximately 2430 miles (3912 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 42 to 43 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Atlanta, GA

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Atlanta, GA?
The total driving time is 42 hours, 56 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Atlanta take?
San Jose and Atlanta are 42 hours 56 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 San Jose and Atlanta

Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Atlanta (GA) is 3 Hours.
Atlanta time is 3 Hours ahead of San Jose.

Current local time in San JoseCurrent local time in Atlanta
2025-12-17, 23:50:19 PST2025-12-18, 02:50:19 EST
How Far is it Between San Jose California, USA and Atlanta Georgia, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2430 mi 3912 km 2110.21 nmi
Straight line distance 2108 mi 3391 km 1830 nmi
Difference 322 mi 521 km 280 nmi

San Jose Details

San Jose is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 20' 21.8'' Longitude: W 121° 53' 41.9''
Latitude37.33939
Longitude-121.89496
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to San Jose

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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Jose, CA and Atlanta, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 81 hours 30 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 61 hours 7 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 54 hours 20 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 48 hours 54 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 44 hours 27 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 40 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 37 hours 36 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 34 hours 55 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 32 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 30 hours 33 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 28 hours 45 minutes