Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta is, by number of passengers, the busiest airport in the world: in 2024 it handled 108.1 million passengers.
Main hub of Delta Air Lines, gateway to the South-East of the United States and to the city that gave birth to Martin Luther King Jr.
How to get to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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Average travel time to ATL
Parking near Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
The Domestic Park-Ride Lot with 24/7 free shuttle is the most economical option at 15 USD/day; economy parking costs 20 USD/day; the Daily Decks (closest to terminals) cost 30 USD/day.
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From ATL to the most sought-after destinations
| If you want to... | Choose | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| Spend the minimum possible, whatever the destination | MARTA (flat fare regardless of distance) | 2.50 USD with Breeze Card |
| Reach Buckhead or Midtown without changing trains | The same Red/Gold line that departs from the airport, continuing north beyond Five Points | 2.50 USD |
| Arrive at the stadium or Centennial Olympic Park | MARTA with change at Five Points to the Blue/Green line, getting off at GWCC/CNN Center or Vine City | 2.50 USD |
| Travel with heavy luggage, in groups or in the middle of the night | Flat-rate taxi or Uber/Lyft | 37.50-48 USD taxi, 28-40 USD Uber/Lyft |
Hartsfield-Jackson → Five Points and Downtown
Five Points is the junction where all MARTA lines converge: from here you reach the financial heart of the city on foot or change trains for any other area of Atlanta.
Hartsfield-Jackson → Buckhead
No change is needed: the train that leaves the airport continues to Buckhead, the skyscraper district, luxury hotels and shopping centers Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, about 30 minutes of travel.
Hartsfield-Jackson → Midtown
A few stations north of Five Points, Midtown is the ideal starting point for the Fox Theatre, the High Museum of Art and walks at Piedmont Park.
Hartsfield-Jackson → Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park
Getting off at GWCC/CNN Center or Vine City, with a change at Five Points, you arrive within minutes on foot from the Falcons stadium, the Georgia Aquarium and the World of Coca-Cola.
Car rental at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
All major international car rental companies have desks in the Rental Car Center, accessible by free shuttle.
You'll need a driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name; for a short stay, travelers with a license in Latin characters don't need an IDP.
Hotels near Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Gateway Center (linked by SkyTrain)
Free ATL SkyTrain, running 24 hours a day: about 2 minutes to the domestic terminal; from Terminal F you first need the shuttle to the domestic side.
Best for: Those with a dawn flight or an overnight layover who don't want to depend on hotel shuttles.
- Free SkyTrain at any hour, with no shuttles to wait for
- Hotels connected to each other and to the convention center, without crossing streets
- You reach downtown with SkyTrain plus MARTA, no car needed
- Only the convention center and car parks around: little choice for dinner
- From international Terminal F the transfer takes one extra step
Recommended hotels
- Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway First SkyTrain stop, under two minutes from the airport; heated indoor pool, useful during a long layover. View availability
- Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel In the same complex as the Gateway Center, served by the free SkyTrain running 24 hours; rooms with soundproofed windows. View availability
Downtown and Centennial Park
Direct MARTA Red/Gold line from the airport: about 15 minutes to Five Points, one more stop to Peachtree Center; for Centennial Park you change at Five Points.
Best for: Those visiting the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola or attending an event at the stadium or State Farm Arena.
- Direct train, flat fare and no highway traffic
- Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and stadium within walking distance
- Large hotels connected directly to MARTA stations
- Outside office hours and events some streets empty out
- On game and convention days rates rise sharply
Recommended hotels
- Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park Connected to State Farm Arena and the Georgia World Congress Center, with an adjacent MARTA station and the aquarium two blocks away. View availability
- Hyatt Regency Atlanta Connected to Peachtree Center station through the Peachtree Center Mall: from the airport you reach the hotel with a single train. View availability
Midtown
Direct MARTA Red/Gold line, no changes: a few stops after Five Points (Midtown or Arts Center).
Best for: Those who want restaurants, Piedmont Park and evenings on foot, with the direct train to the airport.
- A lively neighbourhood in the evening, with bars and restaurants on foot
- Piedmont Park, High Museum and Fox Theatre close by
- Two MARTA stations on the direct line to the airport
- A few more minutes by train than Downtown
- Hotels are a few blocks from the stations: you walk with luggage
Recommended hotels
- Loews Atlanta Hotel Two blocks from Midtown MARTA station and a few steps from Piedmont Park; it has an on-site spa to recover after the flight. View availability
- Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Midtown One block from Arts Center station, on the direct line to the airport; hot breakfast included. View availability
Buckhead
Direct MARTA from the airport, no changes: about 30 minutes (Red line for Buckhead, Gold for Lenox).
Best for: Those combining the trip with shopping at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza or looking for upscale hotels.
- Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza on foot from the hotels
- Direct train to the airport, useful to avoid I-75/I-85 at rush hour
- Twice the train time of Downtown
- Upscale hotels predominate
Recommended hotels
- JW Marriott Atlanta Buckhead Has a private entrance to Lenox Square and is a few steps from Lenox MARTA station, on the Gold line direct to the airport. View availability
- Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta About half a kilometre from Lenox MARTA station; reviews appreciate the spacious rooms and the outdoor pool. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 16
- with Priority Pass
- 1
- earliest opening
- 05:00
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
There are two terminals, the Domestic Terminal and the International Terminal; the seven concourses (T, A, B, C, D, E and F) are connected to the terminals by the automated Plane Train, which runs continuously 24 hours a day.
Given the size of the hub, a lead time of at least 3 hours is recommended for international flights.
Map of Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Atlanta really the busiest airport in the world?
Yes, by annual passenger numbers (over 104 million), it is consistently the busiest in the world and is Delta Air Lines' main hub.
Q. How much does the MARTA train from the airport to downtown Atlanta cost?
A single ticket costs 2.50 USD, with a trip of about 15 minutes to Five Points.
Q. How do you get around the terminals at Atlanta?
With the Plane Train, an automated train that connects all 7 concourses with the Domestic Terminal and the International Terminal 24 hours a day.
Q. Is road traffic in Atlanta a problem?
Yes, it is among the most congested in the United States during rush hour: allow for longer travel times by car or taxi.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
The Club ATL (Concourse F).
Q. What time does the first lounge open?
At 05:00: Delta Sky Club (Concourse A, Near gate A17) and Delta Sky Club (Concourse T).
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