Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International - ATL Airport Information

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Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson serves about 90 million passengers per year, making it the world's busiest airport.  In addition to welcoming travelers who are going to and from the Atlanta area, the airport hosts numerous international carriers flying to Europe, Africa, and Latin America.  People from all over the US often lay-over in Hartsfield-Jackson before boarding a flight to an international destination.  

Alternative Airports

• Athens Ben Epps (AHN) Airport, Athens, GA (67 miles from Metro Atlanta)
  

• Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN), Macom, GA (79.5)
  

• Columbus Metropolitan Airport (CSG), Columbus, GA (82.5)
  

General Overview

• Address: 6000 North Terminal Parkway Suite 435, Atlanta, Georgia 30320
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• Major airlines: ATL is a hub for Delta Airlines and AirTran. 
  
• Parking: Short term parking costs $2 for the first two hours, $2 for each additional hour, and $28 for any stay between 6-24 hours.  Daily terminal lots cost $14 per day.  They are directly connected with the ticketing terminal.  Economy parking is $9-$10 per day, including shuttle service.  

Ground Transportation
Many area hotels provide shuttle service from the Ground Transportation Center, which is located between the North and South terminals. The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MARTA) operates trains and buses that connect ATL with the city.  A 20-minute train ride from the station outside of the baggage claim area to Downtown Atlanta costs $2.  Car rental agency representatives can be found in the airport's atrium area.  Taxi fare is set at $32 between the city center and the airport.  

Terminal Information
Hartsfield-Jackson has two terminals that are connected by a main building.  The South Terminal is the home of Delta Airlines and its new partner, Northwest.  AirTran, US Airways, United Airlines, and other major carriers call the North Terminal home.  An automated train connects the two terminals and the ticketing area in between them.     

Places to Eat
Hartsfield-Jackson has a full menu of fast-food and sit-down restaurants   Burger King and TGI Fridays are tenants at the airport, as are higher-end eateries like Wolfgang Puck's.  Each concourse has several choices, including both coffee shops and bars.  24-hour restaurants are located in the main ticketing area and the baggage claim area.  Most concourse restaurants close by 11p.m. local time.   

Amenities
There is no free wireless internet at Hartsfield-Jackson.  However, an Automated People Mover (commonly referred to as the Concourse Shuttle) makes it easy to get from ticketing to the correct concourse or from the concourse to baggage claim.  Customer service desks are located in each concourse and are staffed with professionals and volunteers during regular business hours.       

Insider Tip
ATL is a notoriously busy airport.  To ensure a smooth trip, it is imperative to arrive early for a flight.