Domestic Terminal (North and South)
Ticketing, baggage claim, ground transportation and the main security checkpoints. North and South are two halves of the same building; your airline determines which end you use.
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Atlanta, Georgia KATL #1 US airport by passengers
About 7 miles south of downtown Atlanta, inside the I-285 perimeter.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 10 min ago
- Weather now
- MVFR 59°F Observed 1 h ago
- Late departures
- 25.2%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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ATL at a glance
Hartsfield-Jackson is built for connections. Most of the traffic never leaves the building, which is why the layout is a single long spine: one Domestic Terminal on the landside, then a straight line of parallel concourses (T, A, B, C, D, E and F) reached by an underground train.
If you start or end your trip here, you spend almost no time outside. Check-in, the security checkpoints and baggage claim are in the Domestic Terminal; the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal sits to the east and has its own check-in, customs and arrivals hall.
Main airlines: Delta Air Lines runs its largest hub here and operates from most of the concourses. Southwest, Frontier, Spirit and a handful of international airlines fill in the rest.
FAA delay status for ATL
The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at ATL right now.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 10 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at ATL
MVFR
59°F15°C
Marginal: lower cloud or reduced visibility. Some delays are possible.
- Wind
- 080° 16 mph
- Visibility
- 10+ mi
- Clouds
- BKN 2,000 ft, BKN 5,000 ft, OVC 6,500 ft
- Ceiling
- 2,000 ft
- Pressure
- 30.32 inHg
METARMETAR KATL 012252Z 08014KT 10SM BKN020 BKN050 OVC065 15/11 A3032 RMK AO2 SLP267 BKN020 V SCT SHRA SW-W T01500106 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 1 h ago.
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On-time performance at ATL
Based on 82,564 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
25.2%Departures late
20.8%Arrivals late
1.70%Cancelled
18.6 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 63,914 | 22.5% |
| Frontier Airlines | 6,028 | 41.1% |
| Southwest Airlines | 3,992 | 40.1% |
| United Airlines | 2,096 | 22.3% |
| American Airlines | 1,968 | 31.7% |
| SkyWest Airlines | 1,519 | 27.9% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Concourse T
The closest concourse to the Domestic Terminal. It can be reached with a short walk rather than the train.
Concourses A to E
Domestic and some international departures, linked by the Plane Train and a pedestrian tunnel with moving walkways. Concourse E also handles international flights.
Concourse F and the International Terminal
International departures, customs and immigration for arriving international passengers. Concourse F connects to the rest of the airport by the Plane Train.
Moving between terminals
The Plane Train is a free automated train that runs under the concourses and connects the Domestic Terminal baggage claim area to every concourse. Trains arrive roughly every two minutes. Each concourse also has a walking tunnel with moving walkways, which is quicker than waiting if you are only going one or two stops.
Getting to and from ATL
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Rail
MARTA
The Red and Gold lines stop at Airport Station, attached to the Domestic Terminal near baggage claim. It is the cheapest and most reliable way to reach Midtown, Downtown and Buckhead, and it avoids interstate traffic.
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Shuttle
ATL SkyTrain
A free automated people mover that links the Domestic Terminal with the ATL Rental Car Center and the Gateway Center. It is the way to reach rental cars.
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Rideshare and taxi
Ground Transportation Center
Taxi, Uber and Lyft pick-ups are organized outside the Domestic Terminal; follow the ground transportation signs after baggage claim.
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Bus
Regional shuttle and coach services
Several private shuttles and intercity coaches serve downtown hotels and nearby cities. Pre-book where possible, as walk-up availability varies.
Tips for ATL
- Allow extra time if you need to change between the Domestic and International terminals; they are separate buildings.
- If your layover is short, check the gate before you leave the arrival gate. Walking to a far concourse can be slower than the train when it is busy.
- Summer afternoon thunderstorms are a frequent delay driver at ATL; check the on-time performance table on this page and prefer morning departures when you can.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from the Domestic Terminal to the International Terminal?
Follow the signs for the International Terminal; the airport runs complimentary transport between the two. Check atl.com for the current route before you go, because terminal access changes during construction.
Is there rail from ATL to downtown Atlanta?
Yes. MARTA's Red and Gold lines serve Airport Station inside the Domestic Terminal and reach Downtown and Midtown directly.
Which terminal is Delta in?
Delta uses the Domestic Terminal for check-in and departs from most concourses, plus the International Terminal for international flights. Your boarding pass shows the concourse.
How busy is ATL?
About 51,459,786 passengers boarded flights at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 1 among US airports.
How often are flights late at ATL?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 25.2% of departures at ATL left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.70% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 8, 2026. Report a correction