Air Filter Replacement in the area around Covington, GA averages $30.00, with prices ranging from $20.00 to $75.00 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Covington · July 2026
Air Filter Replacement prices in Covington, GA range from $20.00 to $75.00 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Prices for this service in Covington vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Covington typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
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| Gravity Autos Duluth3020 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 5 days agoby PriceMyFix | 28.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes380 Gainesville Highway | Franchise | $39.99Above avg | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 29.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Fiesta5865 Buford Highway | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 6 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Four Kings Auto Repair4757 Buford Highway | Independent | $24.99Below avg | Most cars. | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.7 mi | View Shop |
| High Tech Motorsports & Fabrication4825 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 37 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Auto Sales and Service4279 Buford Highway | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.8 mi | View Shop | |
| A & S Auto Services4065 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 59 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Mini Boss Mobile Mechanic375 Highland Avenue Northeast | Independent | $50.00Above avg | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 31.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Duluth 1Stop3416 Duluth Highway | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 31.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Suwanee Service Station - NAPA AutoCare Center3237 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road | Independent | $29.99Coupon | Last verified 53 days agoby PriceMyFix | 31.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Professional Automotive Repair2185 Monroe Drive Northeast | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Jim Ellis Automotive Group5855 Peachtree Boulevard | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 6 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Tilly Mill Goodyear Auto Center4363 Tilly Mill Road | Franchise | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 59 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Dunwoody Automotive4429 Tilly Mill Road | Independent | $35.00Above avg | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Import Auto Specialist3660 Windsor Park Drive Northwest | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Nuts N Bolts Imports4349 Abbotts Bridge Road | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Williams Auto Services1118 Georgia 54 | Independent | $35.00Above avg | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.7 mi | View Shop | |
| BST Automotive Mobile Brakes and More1700 Northside Drive Northwest | Independent | $24.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 6 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires1685 Howell Mill Road Northwest | Franchise | $24.99Below avg | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.3 mi | View Shop | |
| College Park Tire & Auto6169 Old National Highway | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.6 mi | View Shop | |
| GMZ TIRES New & Used.1580 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Top Quality Car Care276 Glynn Street North | Independent | $35.00Above avg | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.5 mi | View Shop | |
| B&D Automotive10960 Medlock Bridge Road | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Classic City Motorworks174 Old Epps Bridge Road | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Car Craft of Athens, GA350 Hawthorne Avenue | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 92 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.8 mi | View Shop |
The average air filter replacement in Covington, GA costs $29.79 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $24.95 at BST Automotive Mobile Brakes and More.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Dust, pollen, road grit, and debris in the intake air would cause rapid abrasive wear on cylinder walls, rings, and valves. A clogged filter restricts airflow, which the engine control unit compensates for by enriching the fuel mixture — resulting in lower MPG and reduced power. Paper element filters are the standard; washable oiled gauze filters (K&N and equivalents) are an aftermarket option that can be cleaned and reused.
Every 15,000–30,000 miles under normal conditions, but inspect visually at every oil change — a quick visual takes 30 seconds and an air filter is usually accessible without tools. In heavy dust, high-pollen areas, or after driving on unpaved roads, replace more frequently. If you hold the filter up to light and can't see light through it easily, replace it. In the South, high-pollen seasons (February through May across the Sun Belt) can clog a filter in 8,000–10,000 miles.
A clogged air filter won't leave you stranded, but it does measurable damage to your fuel economy: AAA testing shows a badly clogged filter reduces MPG 3–5% and in extreme cases causes hesitation under acceleration. On carbureted engines (pre-1990), a clogged filter could flood the engine with an overly rich mixture. On modern EFI engines, the ECU compensates, so fuel economy loss is the main penalty. With a $15–$30 filter and 5-minute DIY replacement time, there's little reason to delay — it's the easiest maintenance item on most vehicles.
Air filters are frequently used as an upsell platform: (1) quick-lube shops often show you a dirty-looking filter under bright light — compare it to a new one before agreeing to replacement if you're not due, (2) 'performance' air filters marketed as giving more power — modern EFI systems are calibrated for the stock filter; an aftermarket filter changes the intake sound but rarely provides measurable power gains on a stock engine, (3) shops that insist on a specific 'OEM brand' filter at $40–$60 — any quality filter meeting your vehicle's spec is acceptable for a non-warranty vehicle; name brands like WIX, NAPA Gold, or Mann work as well as OEM for most engines.
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