What Terminal Does Delta Use at Atlanta Airport? A Local’s Guide to Navigating ATL

If you’re flying Delta in or out of Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), you’re using Delta’s largest hub in the world. Knowing which terminal and concourse Delta uses in Atlanta can save you time, stress, and a lot of unnecessary walking.

Here’s how Delta is set up at ATL, and how to move around efficiently whether you live in metro Atlanta, are connecting through, or visiting the city.

Delta at Atlanta Airport: The Short Answer

Delta primarily uses:

• The Domestic Terminal – South (check-in, baggage, security for most U.S. flights)
• Concourses T, A, B, C, D, and E for domestic and some international flights
• Concourse F (Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal) for most international departures and arrivals

Delta doesn’t have a separate building called a “Delta terminal” in Atlanta. Instead, it dominates the South side of the Domestic Terminal and operates flights across multiple concourses connected to the main terminal building.

Understanding ATL’s Layout: Terminals vs. Concourses

To navigate Delta at ATL, it helps to understand the airport’s basic structure:

• Two main landside terminals (before security):

  • Domestic Terminal – North
  • Domestic Terminal – South (Delta’s home base)

• One international terminal (also landside):

  • Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal (Concourse F side)

• Seven concourses (airside, after security):

  • T, A, B, C, D, E, F – all connected in a straight line by:
    • The Plane Train (underground people mover)
    • Underground pedestrian walkways

No matter where you check in, once you pass security you can reach any concourse without exiting the secure area.

Where to Go for Delta Flights in Atlanta

Delta Check-In and Bag Drop

For most Delta passengers departing from Atlanta:

• Head to the Domestic Terminal – South
• Address:
  Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
  6000 N Terminal Parkway
  Atlanta, GA 30320

At the South Terminal, you’ll find:

• Delta check-in counters
• Delta bag drop (including self-service kiosks)
• TSA security checkpoints commonly used by Delta travelers

📝 Local tip: If you live in the Atlanta area and are dropped off at the airport, ask your ride to follow signs for “Delta” or “South Terminal.” This usually gets you closest to Delta check-in.

Domestic Delta Flights: Where Do You Depart?

Delta’s domestic flights at ATL typically depart from:

• Concourse T
• Concourse A
• Concourse B
• Concourse C
• Concourse D
• Sometimes Concourse E

Your exact gate and concourse will be shown on:

• Your boarding pass
• The departure boards in the terminal

You can reach these concourses from:

• Domestic Terminal – South security
• Then take the Plane Train or walk underground to your concourse

International Delta Flights: Where Do You Go?

Delta-operated international flights at ATL may use:

• Concourse F (International Terminal) – most international departures and many arrivals
• Concourse E – additional international flights

If you’re starting your international trip in Atlanta, you may:

• Check in at the Domestic Terminal – South (if booked that way), then go through security and ride the Plane Train to Concourse E or F, or
• Check in directly at the International Terminal (Concourse F side)

The International Terminal (Concourse F)

• Official name: Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal
• Address:
  2600 Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd
  Atlanta, GA 30354

This side of the airport has:

• Delta check-in counters for international flights
• Separate TSA and CBP (Customs and Border Protection) processing
• Departure gates in Concourse F

🚗 Driving tip for Atlanta area residents:
When you’re heading to an international-only trip on Delta (for example, nonstop Atlanta to Europe or Asia), you can often go directly to the International Terminal instead of the Domestic Terminal. Follow interstate signs for “International Terminal” as you approach ATL. This can mean shorter lines and less backtracking.

Quick Reference: Where Delta Operates at ATL

Here’s a simple overview to keep things straight:

Gate assignments can change, so always verify on your boarding pass and airport monitors.

Getting Between Terminals and Concourses

Atlanta’s airport is large, but movement between areas is straightforward once you know the options.

1. Plane Train (Fastest Option)

The Plane Train is ATL’s underground automated train connecting:

• Domestic Terminal (T gates)
• Concourses T, A, B, C, D, E, F

It runs frequently and is usually the fastest way to move between concourses, including between Delta domestic gates and the international gates at E and F.

2. Walking Underground

There are also underground pedestrian walkways between concourses, with:

• Moving walkways
• Artwork and exhibits
• Clear signage

This can be helpful if:

• You prefer to stretch your legs
• The Plane Train is very crowded
• You just enjoy walking

Arriving in Atlanta on Delta: What to Expect

Domestic Arrivals

If you’re arriving from another U.S. city on Delta:

• You’ll arrive at Concourses T, A, B, C, D, or E
• Follow signs for:
  • “Baggage Claim” to head toward the Domestic Terminal
  • Then choose North or South, but Delta checked bags usually appear in the South Terminal baggage claim area

If someone is picking you up:

• They should follow airport roadway signs for “Arrivals” and “South Terminal”

International Arrivals on Delta

Your experience depends on:

• Whether you’re ending your trip in Atlanta, or
• Connecting onward to another U.S. city

In general:

• You’ll arrive at Concourse E or F
• You’ll go through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and baggage claim in the international area
• If Atlanta is your final destination, you’ll eventually exit at the International Terminal arrivals area
• If you’re connecting to another Delta flight:
  • You’ll re-check bags (if required)
  • Go back through security
  • Take the Plane Train to your next concourse (often A, B, C, or D for domestic connections)

Getting to the Right Terminal from Around Atlanta

If you’re coming from downtown, midtown, Buckhead, or the suburbs, here’s how to aim for the correct Delta area at ATL.

By Car (Drop-Off or Parking)

• For most Delta domestic flights:
  • Follow signs for “Domestic Terminal” and then “South Terminal”
• For Delta international departures/arrivals:
  • Follow signs for “International Terminal”

Both sides connect airside (after security) via the concourses and Plane Train, but going straight to the correct terminal usually saves time.

By MARTA (Atlanta’s Rail System)

If you’re using MARTA (common for travelers from downtown, midtown, and Buckhead):

• Take MARTA’s Red or Gold Line to the Airport Station
• The station connects directly to the Domestic Terminal
• When you exit MARTA:
  • Follow signs for “South Terminal / Delta” for check-in

To reach the International Terminal from MARTA, you will need to:

• Take the free airport shuttle from the Domestic Terminal to the International Terminal, or
• Clear security at the Domestic side and ride the Plane Train to Concourse F if you’re already checked in and have a boarding pass

Delta Help and Airport Information in Atlanta

If you need in-person or phone support at ATL regarding Delta:

Airport General Information

• Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport – General Information
  • Phone (main airport info): Typically available via the airport’s official directory
  • Location: Airport information desks are usually near baggage claim and main lobby areas of both the Domestic and International terminals

Delta Assistance at ATL

At the airport, look for:

• Delta ticket counters in the Domestic Terminal – South and at the International Terminal
• Delta customer service desks near many gate areas in Delta-heavy concourses (T, A, B, C)

For flight-specific details like gates and delays, use:

• Your Delta app or boarding pass
• The departure and arrival boards throughout ATL

Key Takeaways for Delta Travelers at Atlanta Airport

• Delta’s main base at ATL is the Domestic Terminal – South.
• Delta uses Concourses T, A, B, C, D, E, and F; check your boarding pass for your exact gate.
• Domestic flights: Usually depart from T through D, sometimes E.
• International flights: Primarily use Concourse F (International Terminal) and Concourse E.
• The Plane Train connects all terminals and concourses after security, making connections manageable even in a large airport.
• If you live in or around Atlanta, choose South Terminal for most Delta departures and consider the International Terminal for Delta-only international trips if that’s where your journey starts.

Understanding this layout makes flying Delta through Atlanta’s Hartsfield–Jackson Airport much smoother, whether ATL is your home base, your layover, or your gateway to the city.