# Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

> Atlanta, US · 10 mi (16 km) south of Downtown Atlanta

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## Facts

- **IATA**: ATL
- **ICAO**: KATL
- **Timezone**: America/New_York
- **Runways**: 5
- **Terminals**: 2
- **Passengers**: 104.7M/yr
- **Worldwide rank**: #1
- **Hub for**: Delta Air Lines
- **Official site**: https://www.atl.com

## Overview

## Welcome

At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), each concourse feels uniquely its own, blending local Atlanta flavors at eateries like Chick-fil-A and One Flew South while boasting a rich selection of Delta Sky Clubs. Many consider ATL a "Sky Club safari" due to the abundance of lounges with standout amenities like outdoor terraces and quality showers, particularly favored by frequent Delta flyers.

## At a glance

As the world’s busiest airport by passenger numbers, ATL sees over 104.7 million travelers annually. Sprawling over 10 miles south of downtown Atlanta, the airport is primarily a Delta Air Lines hub, featuring five runways and two distinct terminals: the Domestic and the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal.

## Terminals & layout

Hartsfield-Jackson consists of the Domestic Terminal, which hosts airlines like Delta, Southwest, and Frontier, while the International Terminal handles carriers such as KLM and Lufthansa. The concourses linked by the Plane Train make up over 7 million square feet of space filled with gate areas, shops, and restaurants.

## Getting to and from the city

Transit to ATL is facilitated by the MARTA Red and Gold Lines, connecting travelers to downtown in about 20 minutes. For those driving, the airport offers extensive parking options such as North and South Economy Lots. Alternatively, rideshares from Uber and Lyft, along with metered cabs, serve to ease peak-time drop-offs, especially via the less congested Rental Car Center using the ATL SkyTrain.

## Traveller essentials

Should you need to shield yourself from the bustling airport ambiance, quiet spots are tucked away in Concourse T and A walkways. Tech enthusiasts will find solace with outlets aplenty and fewer disturbances than the central atrium. Duty-free shops and services like Minute Suites ($65 per hour) are available for some rest or a quick shower add-on ($25).

## Dining & shopping highlights

From iconic local staples like The Varsity and Paschal's to gourmet selections such as Ecco, ATL's food scene is vibrant. Concourse E’s One Flew South ranks high for a sushi fix and crafted cocktails. Shopping spans from MAC Cosmetics to the Atlanta Braves All Star Grill Shop, ensuring travelers can indulge in both local and international brands.

## Lounges

Sky Clubs reign supreme at ATL, notably the spacious new Delta Sky Club in Concourse D, known for its open layout and exemplary service near gate D18. The Club ATL offers entry at $50 in Concourse F, an oasis with strong bar selections. United and American both also provide their own lounges, though Delta remains the dominant choice.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Connecting internationally? Use Concourse F for a smoother experience with better food and less chaos.

- **Time:** Go to the ends of the concourses for shorter food lines. Central food courts see waits up to 30 minutes.

- **Local:** The ATL SkyTrain and Rental Car Center drop-off is a hack to bypass main entrance crowds at peak times.

- **Quiet:** Find calm in seating areas near Concourse T gates for uninterrupted work.

- **Money:** Use the Delta Sky Club help desks during irregular operations to rebook flights faster.

- **Time:** Arrive early on Monday mornings and Sunday evenings; security lines can exceed 60 minutes during peaks.

- **Time:** Walk the concourse underground walkways once for a mini art tour and plane-spotting opportunities.

## Terminals (2)

- **Domestic Terminal** — Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines
- **Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal** — Delta Air Lines, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways

## Dining (126)

- **40/40 Bar** — Domestic Terminal · sports bar and lounge · $$
- **Arby's** — Domestic Terminal · Fast food – sandwiches · $
- **Asian Chao** — Domestic Terminal · Chinese fast food · $
- **Atlanta Braves All-Star Grill** — Domestic Terminal · sports bar · $$
- **Atlanta Bread & Bar** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery café · $$
- **Atlanta Bread Company** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery-cafe · $$
- **Atlanta Chophouse & Brewery** — $$$
- **Atlanta Hawks Bar and Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Sports bar · $$
- **Atlanta Stillhouse** — Domestic Terminal · Bar · $$
- **Auntie Anne’s** — Domestic Terminal · Snacks · $
- **Baja Fresh** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican/Fast Casual · $$
- **Bang House Pizza** — Domestic Terminal · pizza shop · $$
- **Bantam + Biddy** — Domestic Terminal · Southern/Rotisserie · $$
- **BeerCode Kitchen & Bar** — Domestic Terminal · Bar & grill · $$
- **Blue Moon Brewhouse** — Domestic Terminal · Sports bar / grill · $$
- **Boar's Head Café** — Domestic Terminal · Deli café · $
- **Boar's Head Kiosk** — Domestic Terminal · Grab-and-go – deli · $
- **Boar's Head Kiosk (A15)** — Domestic Terminal · Grab-and-go deli · $
- **Boar's Head Kiosk (A28)** — Domestic Terminal · Grab-and-go deli · $
- **Boar's Head Kiosk (A4)** — Domestic Terminal · Grab-and-go deli · $
- **Boardwalk Burger and Fries** — $$
- **Boardwalk Burgers** — Domestic Terminal · Burger restaurant · $$
- **Bobby's Burger Palace** — Domestic Terminal · Burger restaurant · $$
- **Bojangles** — Domestic Terminal · Fast Food · $
- **Brioche Dorée** — Domestic Terminal · French bakery café · $
- **Buffalo Wild Wings** — Domestic Terminal · sports bar · $$
- **Burger King** — Domestic Terminal · Burger/Fast Food · $
- **Cantina Laredo** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican · $$
- **Caribou Coffee** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee shop · $
- **Carrabba’s Italian Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Italian/Sit-Down · $$
- **Cat Cora's Kitchen** — Domestic Terminal · Upscale American · $$$
- **Charleys Philly Steaks** — Domestic Terminal · Sandwich/Quick Service · $
- **Checkpoint Grill / Checkpoint Bistro** — Domestic Terminal · Grill · $$
- **Chick-fil-A** — $
- **Chicken + Beer** — Domestic Terminal · Southern casual restaurant and bar · $$
- **Chipotle Mexican Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican fast casual · $$
- **Coffee Beanery** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee shop · $
- **Corner Bakery Café** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery Café · $$
- **Duff’s Deli and Market by Duff Goldman** — Domestic Terminal · Deli/Market · $$
- **Dunkin’ Donuts** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee · $
- **Ecco** — $$$
- **Einstein Bros. Bagels** — Domestic Terminal · bagel shop · $
- **El Taco** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican restaurant and bar · $$
- **Fab Yo!** — Domestic Terminal · frozen yogurt shop · $
- **Famous Famiglia** — Domestic Terminal · Pizza · $
- **Five Guys** — Domestic Terminal · Burger/Fast Casual · $$
- **Fox Bros Bar-B-Q** — $$
- **Fresh Healthy Cafe** — Domestic Terminal · Health-Focused Café · $$
- **Freshëns** — Domestic Terminal · Smoothies & light fare · $
- **Fresh To Order** — Domestic Terminal · Healthy fast-casual · $$
- **Freshens** — Domestic Terminal · Smoothies & light fare · $
- **Garbanzo** — Domestic Terminal · Mediterranean fast casual · $$
- **Goldberg’s Bagel Company & Deli** — Domestic Terminal · Deli · $
- **Goldberg's Bagels** — Domestic Terminal · Bagel & deli · $
- **Good Grub Subs** — $$
- **Gordon Biersch** — Domestic Terminal · Brewpub · $$
- **Great Wraps** — Domestic Terminal · Wraps & grill · $
- **Grindhouse Burgers** — Domestic Terminal · burger joint · $$
- **Grindhouse Killer Burgers** — domestic · $$
- **Harvest & Grounds** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery Café · $$
- **Jamba** — $$
- **Jamba Juice** — Domestic Terminal · Smoothies · $
- **Jekyll Island Seafood** — Domestic Terminal · Seafood restaurant and bar · $$
- **Jersey Mike’s Subs** — Domestic Terminal · Sandwich/Sub Shop · $
- **KoHo Kolache House** — Domestic Terminal · bakery · $
- **Krispy Kreme** — Domestic Terminal · Donut/Coffee · $
- **La Madeleine (C40)** — Domestic Terminal · French Bakery/Café · $$
- **La Madeleine (C7)** — Domestic Terminal · French Bakery/Café · $$
- **Leeann Chin** — Domestic Terminal · Asian/Chinese Fast Casual · $
- **Lemonade** — Domestic Terminal · salad and comfort food counter · $$
- **Links Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Grill/Bar · $$
- **LongHorn Steakhouse** — $$$
- **Lorena Garcia** — Domestic Terminal · Latin tapas and bar · $$
- **LowCountry New Southern Cuisine** — Domestic Terminal · Southern restaurant · $$
- **Maison Mathis** — Domestic Terminal · European café and bistro · $$
- **McDonald's** — Domestic Terminal · Fast food · $
- **Mustard Seed BBQ** — Domestic Terminal · barbecue restaurant · $$
- **Nathan's Famous** — Domestic Terminal · Fast food – hot dogs · $
- **Nature's Table** — Domestic Terminal · Healthy / café · $
- **One Flew South** — E · $$$
- **P.F. Chang's** — $$
- **Panda Express** — Domestic Terminal · Fast casual – Chinese · $
- **Paschal's** — $$
- **Pei Wei** — Domestic Terminal · Asian fast-casual · $$
- **Phillip's Seafood** — Domestic Terminal · seafood restaurant · $$$
- **Piece of Cake** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery · $
- **Pizza Boxx at Southern National Market** — Domestic Terminal · Pizza · $$
- **Popeyes** — Domestic Terminal · Fast-food chicken restaurant · $
- **Proof of the Pudding** — Domestic Terminal · Café / concession · $$
- **QDOBA Mexican Eats** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican fast casual · $
- **Roast** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee shop · $
- **Saladworks** — Domestic Terminal · Salad/Health-Focused · $$
- **Sam Adams / Checkpoint Bistro Bar** — Domestic Terminal · Bar · $$
- **Sambazon Açaí Bowls** — Domestic Terminal · Juice & smoothie bar · $
- **Saucy Blues** — Domestic Terminal · Barbecue · $$
- **Savannah's Candy Kitchen** — Domestic Terminal · Candy & dessert · $
- **Sbarro** — Domestic Terminal · Pizza/Quick Service · $
- **Shake Shack** — Domestic Terminal · Burger restaurant · $$
- **Sojourner's Cafe** — Domestic Terminal · Bar & grill / café · $$
- **Southern National Market** — Domestic Terminal · Market · $$
- **Starbucks** — $$
- **Starbucks (Arrivals)** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee shop · $$
- **Starbucks (C16)** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee Shop · $
- **Starbucks (C37)** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee Shop · $
- **Starbucks (Mezzanine)** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee shop · $$
- **Subway** — Domestic Terminal · Sandwiches · $
- **Sweet Auburn Market** — Domestic Terminal · Southern market and food counter · $$
- **Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint** — Domestic Terminal · Southern/Bar & Grill · $$
- **SweetWater Bar & Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Bar and grill · $$
- **SweetWater Draft House** — $$
- **Terrapin Taphouse** — Domestic Terminal · beer bar · $$
- **TGI Fridays** — Domestic Terminal · Bar and grill · $$
- **The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf** — Domestic Terminal · Coffee · $
- **The Original El Taco** — $$
- **The Pecan Bar** — Domestic Terminal · Southern/Bar · $$
- **The Piano Bar** — Domestic Terminal · Bar & restaurant · $$
- **The Varsity** — $
- **Truly Atlanta** — Domestic Terminal · Bar/Small Plates · $$
- **Umai Zushi** — Domestic Terminal · Sushi/Japanese · $$
- **Varasano's Pizzeria** — Domestic Terminal · Pizzeria · $$
- **Villa Pizza** — Domestic Terminal · Fast food – pizza & Italian · $
- **Vino Volo** — Domestic Terminal · Wine Bar · $$
- **Wendy's** — Domestic Terminal · Quick-service burger restaurant · $
- **Willy's Mexican Grill** — Domestic Terminal · Mexican fast-casual · $$
- **Willy's Mexicana Grill** — $$
- **Wolfgang Puck Grab and Go** — Domestic Terminal · grab-and-go café · $$

## Lounges (12)

- **American Airlines Admirals Club** — Concourse T, paid access
- **Delta Sky Club** — Concourse T, Delta
- **Delta Sky Club - Concourse A Center (2nd Level)** — Domestic Terminal · Delta Sky Club membership, Delta One and SkyTeam premium cabins on eligible tickets, Eligible Amex, Delta Reserve, and other partner credit cards per Delta policy · Day passes may be available for purchase subject to Delta policy and eligibility
- **Delta Sky Club – Concourse E** — Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal · Delta One and SkyTeam international premium cabin passengers, Delta Sky Club members, SkyTeam Elite Plus on qualifying international itineraries, Eligible American Express, Delta, and other cobranded cardholders per Delta policy · Available for purchase for eligible same-day Delta passengers per Delta Sky Club policy
- **Delta Sky Club (Concourse F)** — Domestic Terminal · Delta Sky Club membership, Delta One and select international business class passengers, SkyTeam Elite Plus on eligible itineraries, American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders on same-day Delta flights, Single-visit access for qualifying Delta customers per current Delta policy
- **Delta Sky Club – Concourse F (Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal)** — Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal · Delta One and SkyTeam international premium cabin passengers, Delta Sky Club members, SkyTeam Elite Plus on qualifying international itineraries, Eligible American Express, Delta, and other cobranded cardholders per Delta policy · Available for purchase for eligible same-day Delta passengers per Delta Sky Club policy
- **Delta Sky Club - Near Gate A17** — Domestic Terminal · Delta Sky Club membership, Delta One and SkyTeam premium cabins on eligible tickets, Eligible Amex, Delta Reserve, and other partner credit cards per Delta policy · Day passes may be available for purchase subject to Delta policy and eligibility
- **Minute Suites** — Concourse B, pay-per-use · $65 per hour (suite); $20-30 shower add-on
- **The Club at ATL** — Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal · Priority Pass, LoungeKey and similar membership programs, Walk‑up paid entry for same-day ticketed passengers subject to capacity · Paid day passes available to any same‑day departing passenger subject to capacity controls
- **The Club ATL** — F · Concourse F, Priority Pass · $50
- **United Club** — T · Concourse T, United · $59
- **USO Lounge** — Domestic Terminal Atrium (landside) · Concourse C, military

## Shops (42)

- **ATL Shops by Hudson** — Domestic Terminal · Travel convenience / newsstand
- **ATL Shops by Hudson - Ink** — Domestic Terminal · Bookstore and news
- **Atlanta Braves All Star Grill Shop**
- **Best Buy Express** — Domestic Terminal · Electronics vending kiosk
- **Bijoux Terner**
- **Boar's Head Kiosk** — Domestic Terminal · Grab-and-go food kiosk
- **Brighton Collectibles**
- **Brookstone**
- **CNBC.com** — Domestic Terminal · News & convenience
- **CNBC Smart Shop** — Domestic Terminal · News & travel essentials
- **CNN News 24/7** — Domestic Terminal · Newsstand / media shop
- **Delta / KLM / Air France Ticket Desk** — Domestic Terminal · Airline services
- **Duty Free Americas**
- **Duty Free Americas – Centerpoint** — Domestic Terminal · Duty free
- **Duty Free Americas (Concourse T)** — Domestic Terminal · Duty Free
- **Duty Free Americas Express** — Domestic Terminal · Duty free express
- **FedEx Express** — Domestic Terminal · Shipping & business services
- **Fire CZ** — Domestic Terminal · Retail shop
- **Georgia Aquarium Store**
- **Global News (Global New Express)** — Domestic Terminal · News & convenience
- **Headphone Hub** — Domestic Terminal · Electronics accessories
- **Heritage Bookseller**
- **Heritage Bookseller** — Domestic · Books
- **Hudson News**
- **Hudson News / Travel Convenience (Concourse T)** — Domestic Terminal · News & Convenience
- **InMotion Entertainment**
- **InMotion Entertainment** — Domestic · Electronics
- **Interfaith Chapel (Chapel at Concourse F)** — Domestic Terminal · Chapel and quiet room
- **iTravel** — Domestic Terminal · Travel accessories / services
- **Johnston & Murphy**
- **Johnston & Murphy** — Domestic · Fashion
- **Kiehl's**
- **Lancome/Kiehl's** — Domestic Terminal · Cosmetics / skincare
- **Lather**
- **MAC Cosmetics** — Domestic · Beauty
- **Piece of Cake** — Domestic Terminal · Bakery / specialty sweets
- **Savannah's Candy Kitchen** — Domestic Terminal · Candy shop
- **Southern National Market Retail** — Domestic Terminal · Specialty Foods
- **Spanx**
- **Sunglass Hut**
- **Tech Accessories Kiosk (Concourse T)** — Domestic Terminal · Electronics
- **The Beauty Lounge** — Domestic Terminal · Beauty retail

## Parking (10)

- **ATL West Deck** — Economy garage
- **International Hourly Parking** — International deck
- **International Park-Ride** — International shuttle lot
- **North Daily Parking** — Daily garage
- **North Economy Parking** — Economy
- **Park-Ride Lot A** — Shuttle lot
- **Park-Ride Lot B** — Shuttle lot
- **Park-Ride Reserve** — Shuttle lot
- **South Daily Parking** — Daily garage
- **South Economy Parking** — Economy

## Ground transport (14)

- **ATL SkyTrain** — Automated people mover
- **GCT Route 10** — Public bus
- **Greyhound** — Intercity bus
- **Groome Transportation Atlanta–Columbus** — Intercity shuttle
- **Groome Transportation Atlanta–Macon** — Intercity shuttle
- **Hotel Airport Shuttle** — Courtesy shuttle
- **Lyft** — Rideshare
- **MARTA Gold Line** — Rail
- **MARTA Red Line** — Rail
- **Megabus** — Intercity coach
- **Plane Train** — Airside people mover
- **Taxi** — Metered cab
- **Uber** — Rideshare
- **Xpress GA Rideshare Route 191** — Commuter bus

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Connecting internationally? Use Concourse F for a smoother experience with better food and less chaos.
- _Time_: Go to the ends of the concourses for shorter food lines. Central food courts see waits up to 30 minutes.
- _Local_: The ATL SkyTrain and Rental Car Center drop-off is a hack to bypass main entrance crowds at peak times.
- _Quiet_: Find calm in seating areas near Concourse T gates for uninterrupted work.
- _Money_: Use the Delta Sky Club help desks during irregular operations to rebook flights faster.
- _Time_: Arrive early on Monday mornings and Sunday evenings; security lines can exceed 60 minutes during peaks.
- _Time_: Walk the concourse underground walkways once for a mini art tour and plane-spotting opportunities.