Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the primary gateway to Atlanta and a major connection point for destinations across the U.S. and around the world.
From culinary favorites of the South and Atlanta-inspired shopping to public art and local culture, here’s everything you can experience during your time at ATL.
Hartsfield-Jackson connects travelers to more than 150 domestic destinations and dozens of international cities across six continents. As Delta Air Lines’ largest hub and one of the world’s busiest connecting airports, ATL offers extensive options for travel throughout the U.S. and beyond.
Despite its size, ATL has a straightforward layout. Seven concourses are connected by the Plane Train and pedestrian walkways, helping travelers move between flights, explore another concourse, or head straight to their departure gate.
Did You Know? Hartsfield-Jackson has been one of the world’s busiest airports for decades, helping Atlanta become a global center for business, culture, and commerce. Today, ATL connects travelers to more than 160 domestic and 80 international destinations, with 80% of the U.S. population within a two-hour flight.
Atlanta pairs Southern hospitality with a global outlook, and Hartsfield-Jackson brings that same energy to the airport. From hometown restaurants and international flavors to public art and local culture, there are plenty of ways to experience the city without leaving the terminal.
Atlanta’s food scene is rooted in Southern traditions while drawing inspiration from around the world. At ATL, you’ll find hometown institutions, local favorites, and global flavors throughout the concourses.
CLEAR Ambassadors recommend Varasano’s Pizzeria in Concourse A, where pizza comes with live piano music at the airport’s Piano Bar and Pizzeria. The vegan pizza is an Ambassador favorite.
In Concourse B, Paschal’s Southern Cuisine serves classic Southern fare, and CLEAR Ambassadors recommend the fried fish. In Concourse C, they recommend Bantam + Biddy for Southern cuisine. Chicken + Beer in Concourse D brings Atlanta native Ludacris’ take on Southern soul food to the airport.
In Concourse E, One Flew South is a CLEAR Ambassador pick for cocktails and elevated Southern fare. In Concourse F, CLEAR Ambassadors recommend Ecco, especially the fried goat cheese, shrimp cavatelli, and seared salmon.
You’ll find even more Atlanta favorites throughout ATL. Grindhouse Killer Burgers has locations in Concourses T and D, while Chick-fil-A, founded in metro Atlanta, has locations in Concourses A and C. In Concourse B, SweetWater Last Cast Bar & Grill serves beer from Atlanta-founded SweetWater Brewing Company.
Atlanta’s creative spirit is reflected well in the airport, where local brands, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs offer plenty of ways to bring a piece of the city home with you.
In Concourse B, The Village Retail brings together products from Black-owned brands and local entrepreneurs, while Atlanta Influences Everything offers apparel and accessories inspired by the city’s culture and creative influence.
You’ll also find Atlanta Beltline Market, featuring Atlanta BeltLine merchandise and locally inspired goods connected to the neighborhoods and communities along one of the city’s signature destinations.
In Concourse E, travelers can shop SPANX, the globally recognized apparel brand founded in Atlanta.
Whether you have an hour before boarding or extra time between flights, Hartsfield-Jackson offers plenty of ways to experience Atlanta's art, history, and creative culture along the way.
If you're near Concourses A or B, take a walk through Flight Paths, an immersive light, sound, and video installation in the Transportation Mall between the two concourses. Inspired by Georgia's natural landscape, the installation offers a memorable alternative to taking the Plane Train between A and B.
Travelers near Concourse T can continue through the Transportation Mall to Zimbabwe: A Tradition in Stone, a collection of contemporary stone sculptures by Zimbabwean artists located between Concourse T and Concourse A.
ATL's connected concourses, pedestrian Transportation Mall, and Plane Train make it easy to explore beyond your departure gate without leaving the secure area.
Take time to discover more of ATL's Airport Art Program as you walk through concourses. Between Concourses B and C, A Walk Through Atlanta History traces the city's story and growth into a global destination. You can also explore rotating exhibitions throughout the airport, browse Atlanta-inspired shops, or enjoy a meal before your flight.
Local Insight: Before Hartsfield-Jackson became the world’s busiest airport, the site was an abandoned auto racetrack. In 1925, the City of Atlanta leased the 287-acre property and began developing it into an airfield known as Candler Field.
If you have several hours between flights, MARTA's Red and Gold Lines connect directly to the Domestic Terminal, making it easy to reach downtown Atlanta.
Once downtown, you can visit the Georgia Aquarium or explore Atlanta's Civil Rights history at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. For more ideas, check out our guide to making the most of a layover in Atlanta.
Making a connection at ATL? Check your departure gate as soon as you land. All seven concourses are connected beyond airport security by the Plane Train, so you can travel between them without leaving the secure area. If your connection is especially short, head straight to your next gate before stopping for food or shopping.
A little planning can make your time at ATL more predictable. From accessibility services to helpful travel tools and dedicated support, these resources can help you enjoy a stress-free travel day.
Before heading to the airport, download the free CLEAR App for a seamless travel day from home to gate. With the free CLEAR App, know exactly when to leave based on current traffic, real-time airport conditions, security wait times, and the walk to your gate.
CLEAR Concierge is your personal airport concierge for a stress-free airport experience. Your dedicated CLEAR Ambassador will meet you at the curb when you arrive, help you with bags and check-in, and bring you straight through security and to your gate or lounge. If you're arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson, CLEAR Concierge Arrival Service greets you at the gate when you land, helps with your bags, and brings you straight to ground transportation or your connecting flight.
CLEAR Concierge is perfect for families, travelers with multiple bags, or anyone worried about missing a connecting flight.
Hartsfield-Jackson offers a range of accessibility services, including accessible and family restrooms, wheelchair assistance through individual airlines, service animal relief areas, and an adult changing station in Concourse F. Travelers using electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters can also find wheelchair charging stations near Gates A11, A26, and C17.
ATL participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, giving travelers with non-visible disabilities a discreet way to indicate that they may benefit from additional time, patience, or support. Sunflower lanyards, ID cards, and pins are available at select airport information desks in the Domestic and International terminals.
Travelers who may benefit from a quieter environment can also use ATL’s multisensory room on the departure level of Concourse F. Created with The Arc and Delta Air Lines, the room includes a mini ball pit, bubbling water sculpture, tactile activity panel, and other interactive features designed to provide a calming space before a flight. Travelers can request the entry code at a Delta check-in counter or the information desk in Concourse F.
Hartsfield-Jackson has two terminals, the Domestic Terminal and the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, and seven concourses: T, A, B, C, D, E, and F. All seven concourses are connected beyond airport security, so travelers can move between them without leaving the secure area.
The Domestic Terminal is divided into North and South sides for ticketing, check-in, and baggage claim. Delta Air Lines uses the South side, while other domestic airlines use the North side. International airlines generally use the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal for check-in.
Because airline assignments can change, check ATL’s official airline directory before your trip.
Beyond airport security, the Plane Train connects Concourses T, A, B, C, D, E, and F. Travelers can also walk between concourses through the Transportation Mall, where several of ATL’s public art installations are located.
If you need to travel between the Domestic and International terminals before airport security, ATL offers a free shuttle between them.
CLEAR+ Members can head to CLEAR+ Lanes at the Domestic Terminal North, Domestic Terminal South, and International Terminal to speed through airport security in seconds.
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Traveler Tip: Connecting at ATL? You don’t need to leave the secure area to change concourses. Take the Plane Train for a quick trip between concourses, or walk through the Transportation Mall if you have more time and want to see some of ATL’s public art along the way.
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