Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport Guide

IATA ATLICAO KATLAtlantaUpdated 2026-08-28
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located 19 km south of downtown Atlanta, Georgia. It has been the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic since 1998, handling 106.3 million passengers in 2024. The airport covers 4,700 acres and operates five parallel east-west runways.

Delta Air Lines uses Atlanta as its primary hub and global headquarters, running over 1,000 daily flights to more than 225 destinations. The airport's two terminals are connected by an underground automated train called the Plane Train, linking all seven concourses. MARTA rail provides a direct link to downtown Atlanta and the broader metro area without requiring a transfer.

The Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, opened in 2012, handles all non-Delta international carriers across Concourses E and F. Concourse F includes gates capable of accommodating the Airbus A380. The airport recorded 805,268 aircraft movements in 2024, a 2.6% increase over the prior year.

Services

5 of 6 available

Compare 77 listed options at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, spanning parking, car rentals, lounges, hotels and shuttles. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

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Key facts

Size
106M passengers (2024)5 runwaysopened 1926
Location
33.637, -84.428
Operator
Atlanta Department of Aviation

Terminals

2 terminals

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport has 2 passenger terminalsDomestic Terminal and Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, handling both international and domestic flights for around 17 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Domestic TerminalMixed

    Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines

    Concourses Concourse T · Concourse A · Concourse B · Concourse C · Concourse D

  • Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International TerminalInternational

    Air France, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Korean Air, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, LATAM Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines

    Concourses Concourse E · Concourse F

Nearby cities

3 cities

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport is closest to Atlanta (19 km north), and also serves Marietta, Macon and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Atlanta19 km north
  • Marietta48 km north
  • Macon124 km south

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: ATL, ICAO: KATL. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport located?

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The airport coordinates are 33.6367°, -84.4281°.

What services are available at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport offers: 10 parking options, 14 car rental companies, 7 lounges, 42 nearby hotels, 4 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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