Where Is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? A Local Guide to Finding ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport—often just called ATL—is Atlanta’s main airport and one of the busiest in the world. If you live in metro Atlanta, are visiting the city, or are trying to figure out how to get here, it helps to know exactly where the airport is and how it fits into the city’s layout.

The Exact Location of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Full name: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Airport code: ATL

Primary address:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
6000 N Terminal Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30320

Where it sits on the map:

• City: The airport is located in Atlanta, Georgia, right at the southern edge of the city limits.
• County: Primarily in Clayton County, with parts touching Fulton County.
• Direction from Downtown: About 8–10 miles south of Downtown Atlanta (Five Points / Georgia State Capitol area).
• Highway access: Centered along Interstate 85 (I‑85), just south of the junction where I‑75 and I‑85 split.

If you’re picturing the city, ATL is essentially south of downtown, west of I‑75, and directly east of I‑285’s southwest leg.

Key Entrances and Sides of the Airport

ATL is a big airport with multiple access points. When someone asks “Where is Hartsfield-Jackson?” they might actually mean, “Where is my terminal, parking, or pickup area?”

North Terminal (Domestic Main Entrance)

• Use for: Most domestic flights (Delta and other U.S. airlines).
• Location: Off Camp Creek Parkway and N Terminal Parkway, on the north side of the airport.
• Best if you’re coming from:
  • Downtown / Midtown / Buckhead via I‑75/85 South
  • Westside (Cascade, West End, Downtown West) via I‑20 East then I‑75/85 South or Camp Creek Parkway
  • Eastside (Decatur, East Atlanta) via I‑20 West to I‑75/85 South

Most locals think of this as “the main airport entrance.”

South Terminal (Domestic, Connected to North)

• Use for: Also domestic airlines; it shares the same building complex as North Terminal.
• Location: Same general area as North Terminal, just different airline check-in areas.
• Note: If your GPS sends you to “South Terminal Parkway,” you’re still going to the main domestic complex.

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

• Use for:International flights (both arrivals and departures).

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

• Location: On the east side of the airport, separate from the domestic terminals.

• Best if you’re coming from:

  • East Atlanta / Decatur / Stone Mountain via I‑285 South or I‑20 East → I‑285
  • South DeKalb / Panthersville via surface roads and I‑285

• Highway access: Typically via I‑75 and I‑285, then Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd.

✈️ Tip: If you’re picking someone up from an international flight, confirm whether they’re coming out of the International Terminal (F) or arriving domestically through a domestic concourse. That changes which side of the airport you need.

How to Get to ATL From Different Parts of Atlanta

For many Atlanta residents and visitors, “Where is the airport?” really means “Which direction am I driving, and how long will it take?”

From Downtown Atlanta

• General route:

  • Take I‑75/85 South
  • Follow signs for Atlanta Airport / Hartsfield-Jackson
  • Exit toward Domestic Terminal (North/South Terminal Parkway)

• Approximate distance: About 8–10 miles

• Normal drive time (without heavy traffic): Roughly 15–20 minutes

This is one of the most straightforward routes in the city.

From Midtown or Buckhead

• Route from Midtown:

  • Get on I‑75/85 South at North Avenue, 10th Street, or 14th Street
  • Continue straight, following Airport signs

• Route from Buckhead:

  • Use GA‑400 South to merge into I‑85 South
  • Continue on I‑85 South to the airport exits

Plan extra time during rush hours, as both GA‑400 and I‑85 get congested.

From East Atlanta and Decatur

• Option 1 (Domestic Terminal):

  • Take I‑20 West → I‑75/85 South
  • Follow airport signs to Domestic

• Option 2 (International Terminal):

  • Use I‑285 South around the east side of the city
  • Take the exit for the International Terminal / Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd

If you’re dropping off or picking up from an international airline using Concourse F, the eastern International Terminal can be more direct from Decatur, East Lake, or East Atlanta.

From the Southside (College Park, Riverdale, Fayetteville)

• Closest nearby cities: The airport borders College Park, Hapeville, and Forest Park.
• From most southside communities:
  • Take I‑85 North or I‑75 North
  • Follow signs to the Domestic or International terminals as needed

Many southside residents also use surface roads (Old National Highway, Riverdale Road, Virginia Avenue) to reach airport parking or nearby hotels.

Getting to ATL by MARTA

For many people in Atlanta, the simplest answer to “Where is Hartsfield-Jackson?” is: at the end of the MARTA rail line.

Airport MARTA Station

• Station name:Airport Station
• Rail line: At the southern end of the Red and Gold Lines
• Location: Directly inside the Domestic Terminal, under the main atrium near baggage claim.

If you’re downtown, you can ride MARTA to the airport without transfers on the Gold or Red north–south lines.

Common starting points:

• Five Points Station (Downtown) → Airport: Straight southbound ride.
• Midtown / Arts Center / North Avenue / Civic Center: Take southbound train (Red/Gold) labeled Airport.
• Buckhead, Lenox, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs: Ride south on Red/Gold to the Airport.

🚌 Note: For the International Terminal, a free 24/7 shuttle runs between the Domestic Terminal (MARTA area) and the International Terminal.

Where the Airport Is in Relation to Atlanta Neighborhoods

Here’s a quick local orientation:

Knowing this can help you estimate travel time and choose the best route if you’re using rideshare or taxis.

Major Roads and Exits That Lead to ATL

If you’re driving, these are the key roads that literally define where the airport is for locals:

• I‑75/85 (Downtown Connector): Main north–south artery from Downtown/Midtown to the airport.
• I‑85 (South of split): Runs along the west side of ATL; primary highway for the Domestic Terminal.
• I‑75 (South of split): Closer to the east side and useful for accessing the International Terminal.
• I‑285: The “Perimeter” that circles Atlanta; connects with both I‑75 and I‑85 for reaching the airport from outer suburbs.
• Camp Creek Parkway: Important east–west route feeding into the Domestic North Terminal area.
• Riverdale Road / Airport Blvd / Sullivan Road: Local roads near the south and west sides of ATL, often used for hotels and off-site parking.

When entering an address into GPS, using “Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport” or the airport’s official address will usually route you correctly to the Domestic Terminal area. To go straight to the International Terminal, use the International Terminal address listed above.

Parking, Pickups, and Where Those Areas Are

Knowing the general position of key airport areas helps with planning your drop-offs and pickups.

Domestic Side (North/South Terminals)

Located on the north-central side of the airport:

• Domestic Terminal – North: Closer to Delta and some partner airlines.
• Domestic Terminal – South: Serves other major U.S. carriers.
• Cell Phone Lots: Typically located just off N Terminal Parkway and nearby access roads.
• On-site parking decks: Attached or adjacent to the terminal areas; clearly signed on approach.

International Terminal (East Side)

Located on the eastern edge of the airport property:

• Arrival/Departure curbside areas: Directly in front of the International Terminal building.
• Dedicated parking deck: Connected by walkways to Concourse F.
• Shuttle connection: Free shuttle to and from the Domestic Terminal / MARTA / Rental Car Center.

If someone tells you “Meet me at the International Terminal,” you’ll be entering from Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd, not N Terminal Parkway.

Rental Car Center and Other On-Airport Facilities

The airport campus includes some separate but closely connected facilities.

Rental Car Center (RCC)

• Location: Just west of the main runways, not directly attached to the terminals.
• Access:
  • From the Domestic Terminal, ride the ATL SkyTrain (an automated train) to the RCC.
  • From the International Terminal, use the free shuttle to Domestic, then transfer to the SkyTrain.

Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) / Gateway Area

• Location: North of the runways in College Park, near the Rental Car Center.
• Access: Also connected by ATL SkyTrain from the Domestic Terminal.

These are technically separate from ATL’s main terminal building but are considered part of the broader airport complex on the south side of metro Atlanta.

Helpful Airport Contacts and Basic Info

For more precise directions or real-time guidance, it can be helpful to know the official channels.

• General information line:
  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
  Main phone (information): (404) 530-7300

• Mailing / Administrative address (commonly used):
  City of Atlanta – Department of Aviation
  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
  6000 N Terminal Parkway, Suite 4000
  Atlanta, GA 30320

These contacts are useful if you need clarification about terminals, parking areas, or accessibility services, or if you’re coordinating logistics for a group arriving in Atlanta.

In everyday Atlanta terms, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the big airport just south of downtown along I‑85, with its Domestic Terminal on the north-central side and its International Terminal on the east side. Whether you’re driving, taking MARTA, or meeting someone at a specific terminal, knowing these key points makes getting to and from ATL much smoother.