Getting Around Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - Complete Airport Guide and Tour

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Thanks for joining me on this guide to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport! This world-famous airport connects more passengers to their next flight than any other airport on Earth, and if you're planning to pass through here, this guide's for you! This airport serves the great city of Atlanta, Georgia, but as the primary hub of Delta Air Lines, it's also a place to connect to flights all around the world. Most other major American airlines have a large presence here, too. In short, it's where America comes to fly!
I do a lot of original research while preparing these videos, so please leave a comment below if you have questions about the tour or navigating the airport, and I'll do my best to answer them! Or, share your own thoughts and experiences about ATL! The contents of this video are accurate as of their publication in December 2023, but may be subject to change permanently or temporarily without notice.
Finally, let me know where you'd like to see next! Stay tuned for new flight and airport videos every few weeks!
Please travel safely!
The contents of this video and its production are not endorsed by any private or public entity portrayed therein, and none of those entities provided any input or compensation in the production of this video. All material provided in this video is subject to change, permanently or temporarily, without notice.
If you'd like to speak with me directly about the contents of this video or my channel, you can reach me at milesbyfoot at gmail.com.
Thumbnails illustrated by my artist wife, Beth! This one features the eastern tiger swallowtail, Georgia's state butterfly.
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00:00 - Intro
01:30 - Airside Terminal Overview
02:30 - Connecting on Delta: Concourses A, B, C, D, and Plane Train
03:50 - Concourse E (Delta and Short-Haul International)
04:35 - Concourse F (Long-Haul International)
05:25 - Concourse T (Non-Delta Domestic and Delta)
06:15 - American, United, Spirit, Frontier, jetBlue, Alaska, and Southwest
07:45 - Delta Destinations and Sky Clubs
08:35 - Art at ATL
09:20 - Planespotting at ATL
10:05 - Overnight at ATL
10:40 - Arriving at ATL and Ground Transportation (MARTA Light Rail/Rental Cars)
12:10 - Conclusion
13:40 - End Screen
Thanks again for watching, and keep moving forward!
#atlanta #atl #aviation #travel #airport #deltaairlines
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Equipment Used
GoPro Hero 7 Black
FeiyuTech G6 Gimbal
Canon Vidia
Nikon D3200
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TechSmith SnagIt
IrfanView
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Music
Cave In - Giants' Nest
Flower Burst - Giants' Nest
Evening Mood - Sum Wave
Innuendo - Phello
Sources
delta.com
united.com
american.com
wikipedia.com
atl.com
flyfrontier.com
faa.gov
flightaware.com

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@mathewmclean9128 6 ай бұрын

In 2022 when I was taking a trip, I intentionally booked a trip with an 8 hour layover in Atlanta so I can explore the airport thoroughly. I explored all of the terminals, walked through all of the underground connections and was able to comfortably visit all of the sky clubs and still had about an hour and a half before my departure. I am a reviewer for Google so I was able to comfortably take photographs and videos of the airport and most of the restaurants and lounges in the airport to upload to Google maps.

@WeberIMayRoam 5 ай бұрын

We are flying for the first time in a few months, and I was hesitant about connecting via ATL, since it's soooo big! Your video helped me visualize what I'll encounter and alleviate some fears. Thanks!

@MilesByFoot 5 ай бұрын

That's great, thank you!

@LizTheIronMaiden 3 күн бұрын

I am travelling from Scotland in September and I agree it has alleviated my fear of using Atlanta as the connecting airport. This video is much appreciated.

@JuanWayTrips 6 ай бұрын

I agree with your take. Despite its size, ATL is definitely the easiest airport to transfer through in the US. It's maybe not the best-looking one, and finding a place to relax (outside of a lounge) for a long period of time can be difficult, but I don't have to worry if I have a sub-60-minute layover there. It's extremely efficient. That said, starting/ending at ATL can be a pain since all O&D passengers are funneled through T, and only a few can use F, such as international passengers and domestic passengers with just a carry-on (also doesn't help that F is not directly connected to MARTA either).

@MilesByFoot 6 ай бұрын

Glad you agree! One thing I struggled to find in my footage was anyone running for their next gate, which is a good problem! Clearing security through F is one of ATL's little secrets, in my opinion!

@RealGaryGibson 6 ай бұрын

@@MilesByFoot It's not a secret anymore!

@BabyBang17datruth 6 ай бұрын

@@MilesByFootThey opened up another security checkpoint at the lower level of the North terminal. But as an Atlanta resident, I have to struggle going through TSA since the airport’s layout funnels all domestic passengers through one security area.

@John-bi1lv 21 сағат бұрын

I find DFW easier and faster generally

@TWX27 5 ай бұрын

This is a big ass airport bro

@Oliver_the_lilbodbigearthling 6 ай бұрын

I’m from Atlanta. Getting through that airport for me is like getting through quicksand. I still love that airport though😂

@erindsings Ай бұрын

My most memorable moment at ATL was my very first time there. I was in 7th grade going to Huntsville for Space Camp so of course we had a layover in ATL. As soon as we got off the plane. I saw an elderly lady on a golf cart and she dropped one of her bags and as she was reaching for it, she fell off. I know she’s gone now considering this was in 2008 but I was so scared for her. Ive only had layovers in ATL and as a blind person going through many times, i actually find this easy to navigate and I walk around confidently. Im about to fly into ATL next week and so I’m excited to FINALLY break out of the airport after all there years. I guess I can update when I fly out of there in a few months!😆😅

@PacView534 3 ай бұрын

This is an excellent view of the airport. It has been many years since I have traveled through ATL. {I hope to be traveling again later this year and will be connecting in ATL.}

@mathewmclean9128 6 ай бұрын

Some people hate Denver and Atlanta. But I like them because their layouts are extremely easy.

@tuandoan-saigon 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for granting my wishes❤. Have a happy new year. 🎉

@ganymedes62 2 ай бұрын

I've flown through Atlanta a couple of times now and it is indeed extremely easy to navigate. For me it's now the standard lay-over airport when travelling from Amsterdam to Tampa and back 🙂

@myutoob2011 3 ай бұрын

Excellent descriptive video. I have not connected there yet, but will soon. However, I have gone to Atlanta and found it easy to move about. The train is excellent.

@saraok97 4 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your great info

@MilesByFoot 4 күн бұрын

Glad I could help!

@CrystalClearWith8BE 6 ай бұрын

Tell you what, Miles. Hartsfield-Jackson ATL Int'l Airport, as the world's busiest airport since 1998, is part of Metro Atlanta's transportation system because Atlanta is linked to many railways and roads, making it a transportation hub of the Southeastern US. Lastly, the airport is in both Fulton and Clayton Counties and in parts of the city limits of Atlanta, College Park, and Hapeville.

@marianheadington5316 9 күн бұрын

I’ve been flying out and connecting through ATL for years. I still would not book a flight with less than an hour to connect and more time now that age is slowing me down a bit. Atlanta is still one of the simplest airports to navigate.

@MilesByFoot 6 күн бұрын

An excellent assessment; I love ATL, and while they help in some places and it is simple, you'll have to walk a considerable distance to get to a connection, with tight ones becoming more difficult. I'd say ATL's made it as simple as possible, but it's still not "easy," just because of the airport's size and traffic volume!

@makemyburdenlight Ай бұрын

This was a very informing video! you need more subscribers to your channel

@MilesByFoot Ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@TeeeganPRODZ 5 ай бұрын

You haven’t posted in so long.I need my entertainment.

@Idonthaveaname818 6 ай бұрын

Are you able to do a tour of BOS?

@TeeeganPRODZ 6 ай бұрын

I love your channel.SDF is my home airport as well and I’ve wondered what other airports in neighboring states look like.Any chance you can show us what Nashville (BNA) looks like?

@MilesByFoot 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! SDF gang! :) Nashville is very high on my list, and it's only a matter of time before I tour it :)

@TeeeganPRODZ 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much

@puertorico9076 5 ай бұрын

I'm picking up my sister at ATL .She is coming from Puerto Rico on Frontier which letter terminal do you think she will be in? How is parking

@Leg0456 6 ай бұрын

I went here for the first time this February. It truly was really busy!

@MilesByFoot 6 ай бұрын

It's crazy busy!

@mathewmclean9128 6 ай бұрын

If you haven't already, I hope you can eventually do a video about PHX sky harbor.

@MilesByFoot 5 ай бұрын

Been a long time since I've been to PHX, but next time I head west, it's at the top of my list!

@texiszamora928 6 ай бұрын

Can You make a airport tour and a ASMR walk of Fort Lauderdale airport please

@dgale1023 5 ай бұрын

maybe it has to be but for me its a nightmare. I fly out of SFO and that airport is a piece of cake. When I fly back east again I'm going to find out if there is another airport for a layover.. Then again I may just have to find a clear way to navigate it. Thanks for making the vid

@MilesByFoot 5 ай бұрын

The bigger the airport, the broader the spectrum of experiences. I've had great layovers at ATL and pretty terrible problems here, too. I do hope the next time you're through will be better, though! SFO's a great airport; only been through a time or two, but never had problems there!

@robertolebron2296 Ай бұрын

Try Dallas Fort Worth, easy transfer with Sky Train, 2 stations per concourse and has plenty of lounges, especially Capital one lounge my parents went to and enjoyed

@AWordofHope Ай бұрын

I will be connecting in ATL this month. Was a bit nervous about it and hope I don't get lost. I went there once before in 2006, 18 years ago. 😳

@MilesByFoot Ай бұрын

Don't worry, ATL is pretty easy to navigate, and frankly, it doesn't look too different than it did in 2006. Even if you didn't find your way then, you'll find your way now!

@AWordofHope Ай бұрын

@@MilesByFoot thank you!

@AaWa-dp4oq 28 күн бұрын

Is there a way to avoid having to use the escalators? I have an extreme phobia of escalators.

@MilesByFoot 27 күн бұрын

Everywhere there's an escalator there's an elevator option!

@bottleofwatero1 6 ай бұрын

Hi. Where's the asmr video? thx v much for your guide.

@MilesByFoot 5 ай бұрын

Planning to come out in the next few days!

@bottleofwatero1 5 ай бұрын

@@MilesByFoot thx

@hoosieroilerfan 2 ай бұрын

Kinda sucks that air Canada is so far from the united lounge when ur flying first class. I wish there was a maple leaf lounge or another united lounge in the international terminal.

@MilesByFoot 21 күн бұрын

That'd be great, honestly. I'm surprised there isn't!

@lisalee1675 4 ай бұрын

This information is very very complicated, anxiety also confusing

@mathewmclean9128 6 ай бұрын

The one big thing that Atlanta is missing is an American Express centurion lounge.

@MilesByFoot 6 ай бұрын

They're spreading quickly; I keep seeing them pop up around the country!

@kareninsc 3 ай бұрын

It's next to gate E11

@mathewmclean9128 3 ай бұрын

@@kareninsc This comment is outdated LOL. I posted this before that lounge opened. Thanks.

@andreahromalik8233 5 ай бұрын

And fare warning. I was there in late Nov of '24 & COULD NOT find 1 vendor, shop, restaurant that would accept cash. They were all card only ! Ridiculous ! If they have a stealing problem w/employees they should atleast notify their paying clientele prior to them arriving, having to wait sometimes hrs; with no c.c & cash only !

@andreahromalik8233 5 ай бұрын

Make sure nothing major goin on the day you travel. I arrived 2 hrs prior 2 an inland flight but it happened 2 be the same day Trump had 2 turn himself in 2 Atl for booking. Everything was shut down. The ckpoint lines were snaked thru entire airport & told atleast 4 hrs long. Coludnt even tell where the end of the line was ! Needless to say I missed my flight & had 8 hrs 2 kill till next 1. ( which the airline did cover ) But I could've had almost another day w/friends, not gotten up @ 5 a.m just 2 miss my flight or gotten there earlier had I known or been given a heads up. It was crazy !

@tomatoisnotafruit5670 4 ай бұрын

I'm sorry Democrats ruined your flight with their witchhunt against Trump, this kind of shit is why one should never vote Democrat.

@pinehurst5883 Ай бұрын

Whoever you are at 8:30 Go Bills

@MilesByFoot Ай бұрын

Represent!

@benwintfeld2983 6 ай бұрын

Hello my name is Ben from New Jersey what is your name? I really enjoy traveling and seen your KZfaq videos but I actually have autism. Are you aware about people with autism? Normally I use JetBlue and I am a huge JetBlue fan. See you soon.

@Bigolg1975 6 ай бұрын

I've never flown on JetBlue, I am a Delta fan! Safe flying, Ben!

@benwintfeld2983 6 ай бұрын

You will like JetBlue. Maybe you should consider it for the future. Because I live in New Jersey you should do one at Newark.