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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

South of Downtown Atlanta, Georgia 9 terminals Updated Oct. 9, 2026

ATL Airport Guide: Terminals, Concourses, MARTA and More

ATL has two terminals, Domestic and International, and seven concourses (T and A through F) linked by the Plane Train. Domestic check-in includes Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United, while flights leaving the US check in at the International Terminal. Downtown Atlanta is about 20 minutes away by road in normal traffic, or you can take MARTA for $2.50.

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Delta jets lined up at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with the control tower behind
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Key facts

Terminals 9 Domestic Terminal, International Terminal, Concourse T, Concourse A, Concourse B, Concourse C, Concourse D, Concourse E, Concourse F
Airlines 27 In the official directory
To Downtown Atlanta 9 mi By road
Last checked 10/09/2026 Checked by our team

What do you need?

ParkingOfficial lots, cheaper off-site options and where to wait for pickups. HotelsHotels at and near the airport, shuttles and sleeping in the terminal. To the cityTrains, buses, taxis, rideshare and private transfers. LoungesWhich lounge is in your terminal and how to get in without status. SecurityWait times by terminal, fast lanes and what to have ready. FoodBest bites terminal by terminal, before or after security. Lost and foundWho to contact: your airline, the terminal or the airport. Car rentalWhere the rental counters are and how to reach them. WifiHow to connect, charging spots and an eSIM if you land abroad.

Terminals at a glance

  • Domestic Terminal
    Open

    Main airlines: Alaska, American, Delta, Denver Air Connection, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United check in here (per the official map).

    Main terminal for flights within the US, with North and South sides. The MARTA station is inside, between the two baggage claims.

    Official Domestic Terminal map
  • International Terminal
    Open

    Main airlines: Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, Copa, Delta, Ethiopian, Etihad, KLM, Korean Air, LATAM, Lufthansa, Qatar, SAS, Turkish, Virgin Atlantic, Volaris and WestJet check in here (per the official map).

    Check in here for flights leaving the US. It has its own entrance, and a free shuttle runs to the Domestic Terminal.

    Official International Terminal map
  • Concourse T
    Open

    Main airlines: United Club and Admirals Club are here. Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    Grindhouse Burgers, Bojangles' and a Starbucks near Gate T17 are here. A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse T map
  • Concourse A
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, Varasano's and P.F. Chang's. A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse A map
  • Concourse B
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    Paschal's, Bobby's Burger Palace and Minute Suites near Gate B24 (open 24 hours). A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse B map
  • Concourse C
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    Longhorn Steakhouse, Five Guys and Carrabba's. A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse C map
  • Concourse D
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    Einstein Bros. Bagels and Roast are open 24 hours. A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse D map
  • Concourse E
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    A 24-hour McDonald's, One Flew South, Minute Suites, ICE Currency Exchange and The Centurion Lounge by American Express near Gate E11. A Delta Sky Club is on this concourse.

    Official Concourse E map
  • Concourse F
    Open

    Main airlines: Airline-by-concourse list not published on atl.com; check your boarding pass.

    The Pecan Bistro, Ecco, Minute Suites and ICE Currency Exchange next to Gate F6, plus The Club at ATL and a Delta Sky Club.

    Official Concourse F map

Terminals, concourses and getting between them

ATL has two terminals. The Domestic Terminal (6000 North Terminal Parkway) has North and South sides. The International Terminal (2600 Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd.) has its own entrance. If you are flying outside the United States, check in at the International Terminal.

Past security you will find seven concourses: T, then A through F. The Plane Train links the concourses and the International Terminal. Plan for a ride, not a walk, if your gate is far from where you came in.

The Plane Train runs 24 hours a day. ATL says its new cars will cut the wait between trains from 108 to 90 seconds, and Alstom, the train maker, says trains can now run every 90 seconds at peak. Overnight it may run in a reduced two-train shuttle mode, so expect longer waits late at night. A pedestrian walkway also links the concourses, and it now reaches Concourse F.

To get between the two terminals, ride the Plane Train or take the free shuttle. It runs 24/7 from the curb outside the International Terminal to the west end of the Domestic Terminal, and the ride takes about 15 minutes.

Arrivals, departures and when to arrive

For live flight times and gate changes, use the official airport website at atl.com or your airline. We don't repost flight information here.

ATL advises arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure and 3 hours before an international one. The busiest time is 5 a.m. to 9 a.m., plus holidays and long weekends.

Only ticketed passengers, airport staff, people meeting or greeting travelers and others with legitimate business can enter the airport.

Security checkpoints at a glance

ATL has five checkpoints: Domestic Main (24 hours), North, Lower North, South (PreCheck only) and International. You can reach every concourse from any of them. Live waits are on atl.com/times.

Getting to Downtown Atlanta

By road, ATL is about 20 minutes south of Downtown in normal traffic. The International Terminal entrance is off I-75 at Exit 239.

MARTA's Airport Station is inside the Domestic Terminal, between the North and South baggage claims, on the Red and Gold lines. The standard fare is $2.50. The ride time to Downtown isn't published on the MARTA pages we read, so check itsmarta.com.

Rental cars

The Rental Car Center houses 12 brands and is open 24/7. It is a few minutes from the airport by the free SkyTrain. A shuttle from the International Terminal runs about every 15 minutes.

Wi-Fi

Look for the network called ATL Free Wi-Fi.

Lost and found

The Lost and Found office is in the Domestic Terminal atrium on the 3rd floor, across from the USO. It is open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., excluding weekends and holidays. You can also email lost@aatc.org. Delta also lists its own Lost & Found desk in the Domestic Terminal.

Other services

  • Chapels: three interfaith chapels, in the Domestic Terminal atrium (3rd floor, before security), on Concourse E and on Concourse F (International Terminal atrium, 2nd floor). The prayer rooms are open 24/7.
  • Currency exchange: ICE Currency Exchange is on Concourse E (near E27 and next to E11) and Concourse F (next to F6), open 24 hours. At International Arrivals it is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Food: see our food page for restaurants by concourse.
  • Hotels and rest: see our hotels page for SkyTrain and shuttle hotels and Minute Suites on Concourses B, E and F.

We found no left-luggage service on the atl.com pages we read, and Atlanta.com (a visitor site, not ATL itself) reports no lockers in the airport. If you need to stash bags, ask your hotel or airline, or call ATL's information line at 1-800-897-1910 to check.

Information Centers are staffed in Concourse E and Concourse F. For Wi-Fi trouble, ATL's technical support line is (877) 452-9434.

Exchange rates today

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Questions travelers ask

What terminal is Delta at ATL?

Delta checks in at both the Domestic Terminal and the International Terminal. Flights leaving the United States check in at the International Terminal. Delta also uses the concourses, but atl.com doesn't publish an airline-by-concourse list, so check your boarding pass.

Which terminal is Southwest at Atlanta airport?

Southwest checks in at the Domestic Terminal, along with Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, United and Denver Air Connection. Your gate will be on one of the concourses, so check your boarding pass.

How many terminals and concourses does ATL have?

Two terminals, Domestic and International, and seven concourses: T and A through F. The Plane Train links the concourses and the International Terminal.

How do I get between terminals at ATL?

Ride the Plane Train or take the free shuttle from the curb outside the International Terminal to the west end of the Domestic Terminal. The shuttle runs 24/7 and the trip takes about 15 minutes.

How often does the Plane Train run at ATL?

ATL says its new cars will cut the wait between trains from 108 to 90 seconds, and Alstom, the train maker, says trains can now run every 90 seconds at peak. It runs 24 hours a day, but overnight it may run in a two-train shuttle mode, so waits can be longer.

Is there luggage storage at ATL?

We found no left-luggage service on the atl.com pages we read, and Atlanta.com (a visitor site, not ATL itself) says there are no lockers in the airport. Ask your hotel or airline about holding bags, or call ATL at 1-800-897-1910 to confirm before you go.

Can I walk between concourses at ATL?

Yes. A pedestrian walkway links the concourses and has been extended to Concourse F. The Plane Train is the faster option when your gate is far away. ATL doesn't publish walking times, so follow the signs and leave extra time.

How do I get from ATL to downtown Atlanta?

MARTA's Red or Gold line leaves from the Airport Station inside the Domestic Terminal. The standard fare is $2.50. By road it is about 20 minutes in normal traffic.

How early should I get to ATL?

ATL recommends at least 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight. The busiest times are 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. and around holidays.

Where can I see ATL security wait times?

On atl.com/times, which shows live waits for five checkpoints. Any checkpoint reaches every concourse, so you can choose the shortest line.

Is there free Wi-Fi at ATL?

Yes. Connect to the network called ATL Free Wi-Fi.

Where is the ATL lost and found?

In the Domestic Terminal atrium, 3rd floor, across from the USO. It is open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., except weekends and holidays.

Where is the ATL rental car center?

The Rental Car Center (12 brands, open 24/7) is a few minutes from the airport by the free SkyTrain. From the International Terminal, a shuttle runs about every 15 minutes.

Sources and last check

Checked by our team on Oct. 9, 2026 against these official sources: