A guide to the Atlanta Airport
Quick insights
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has two terminals linked by seven concourses.
- The Plane Train people mover allows travelers to move between any concourse at ATL.
- ATL has one lounge in the Priority PassTM network: The Club ATL.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is named after two former Atlanta mayors, William B. Hartsfield and Maynard Jackson. It's roughly 10 miles south of Downtown Atlanta and features mall-style shopping and over 100 eateries.
If you have a Priority Pass membership, you may use one of your lounge visit allocations to access The Club ATL lounge. Read on to learn more about the Atlanta Airport, its terminals and its lounge options.
Navigating to and from the Atlanta Airport
There are several convenient ways to travel to and from the Atlanta Airport:
- Taxi: Head to the Yellow Bus aisle for metered taxis. Flat rate rides are available if you're headed to the central business district.
- Train: The MARTA rapid transit train will take you to Downtown Atlanta. The Airport Station is at the end of the Domestic Terminal.
- Bus: The bus is another public transportation option; choose between the local bus route and the Greyhound Flightlink bus station depending on your destination.
- Hotel shuttle: Staying in a nearby hotel? Many hotels provide free shuttle services, which stop at the Ground Transportation area outside the Domestic Terminal.
- Car rental: Take the 24/7 ATL SkyTrain to the rental car center, which is approximately five minutes away from the Domestic Terminal.
Parking at the Atlanta Airport
ATL offers various parking options with convenient access to the Domestic and International terminals, including a shuttle service at the International Park Ride deck. Automatic ticket dispensers at the entry of Hourly, Daily and Economy parking lots issue parking tickets.
Visit the Atlanta Airport's website for maps, availability and parking rates.
Time required to get through the Atlanta Airport
Airport officials recommend that passengers arrive at the airport 2 hours prior to their domestic flight’s departure time and 3 hours prior for international flights. Keep in mind that TSA lines may differ based on the time of day, flight schedules and holidays, though.
Visit ATL's website for an up-to-date look at security lines.
Atlanta Airport map
Visit ATL's website to view an interactive Atlanta Airport map. There are also parking maps for both domestic and international terminals, driving directions and frequently asked questions about traveling to ATL.
Atlanta Airport terminals
The Domestic Terminal and International Terminal are located at opposite ends of ATL. Between them, you'll find seven concourses: T, A, B, C, D, E and F. Travelers can navigate between any concourse via The Plane Train, an automated people mover.
Travelers can also take the International Shuttle Connector to travel between the International Terminal, the Ground Transportation Center at the Domestic Terminal and the rental car center.
Visit ATL's website for a full list of airlines operating in the Domestic and International Terminals.
The Club ATL airport lounge
Priority Pass members may access The Club ATL by using one of their membership's lounge visit allocations. Its two-story glass wall provides a skyline view of Downtown Atlanta.
- Location: Concourse F (International Terminal); mezzanine level next to the chapel.
- Availability: Access may be periodically restricted due to space constraints.
- Amenities: Complimentary snacks and beverages, spacious seating, workstations, complimentary shower facility, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and more.
Airport guests who are not Priority Pass members may also purchase day passes for locations of The Club.
In summary
Whether you're at the Atlanta Airport for a layover or just a few hours, there are plenty of things to do to pass the time. Learn more about Priority Pass benefits to see if a membership is right for you.
This article contains the most up-to-date information at the time of publication. Details since publication are subject to change. Visit Priority Pass' official website for the most up-to-date benefits information.
