Delta at Atlanta Airport: Which Terminal You Actually Use

If you’re flying Delta in or out of Atlanta’s Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), almost everything you’ll do runs through Terminal South / Domestic Terminal – South and Concourse T–F. Knowing how Delta is set up at ATL makes getting around much easier, especially if you’re tight on time or connecting.

Quick Answer: Where Is Delta at ATL?

At Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport:

• Delta’s main check-in area:
  Domestic Terminal – South (Delta Terminal)
  6000 N Terminal Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30320

• Delta domestic gates:
  Mostly in Concourse T, A, B, and some in C

• Delta international flights (departures and arrivals):
  Concourse E and F at the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal

• Baggage claim for most domestic Delta flights:
  Domestic Terminal – South baggage claim

Delta essentially dominates the South side of the Domestic Terminal and has a large presence in the T, A, B, E, and F concourses.

How ATL Is Laid Out (So Delta’s Location Makes Sense)

Hartsfield–Jackson can be confusing if you haven’t flown through Atlanta before. Here’s the basic structure:

• Two main terminal sides (landside):
  • Domestic Terminal – North
  • Domestic Terminal – South (Delta’s side)
• International Terminal:
  • Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, on the east side of the airport
• Seven concourses (airside, after security):
  • T, A, B, C, D, E, F
  • All connected by the Plane Train underground people-mover and walkable corridors

You check in at a terminal, then go through security, and then your flight leaves from a concourse gate.

Where to Go for Delta Check-In in Atlanta

Delta Domestic Check-In

For most travelers flying within the U.S. on Delta:

• Go to Domestic Terminal – South
• Look for Delta signs on:
  • The curbside drop-off area
  • The overhead highway signs approaching the terminal
• Inside, you’ll find:
  • Delta ticket counters
  • Self-service kiosks
  • Delta bag drop areas

This is the area you’ll use if you’re:

• Flying from Atlanta to another U.S. city
• Checking bags on a domestic route
• Dropping off someone flying Delta

Delta International Check-In

If you’re departing ATL on an international Delta flight, you’ll usually:

• Check in at the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, not the main Domestic Terminal
• Use:
  • Delta check-in counters in the International Terminal
  • Then clear international security
  • Then head to Concourse E or F for most international Delta flights

However, some international passengers may still be checked in from the Domestic Terminal South if they are connecting or depending on schedule and routing. Your boarding pass and Delta app will specify where to check in, so always verify before you leave home.

Delta Concourses at ATL: Where Your Gate Will Be

After security, your Delta flight will leave from one of the concourses. Delta uses multiple concourses at ATL.

Delta’s Main Concourse Areas

Here’s a simple breakdown:

✅ Key tip: Your boarding pass will show the exact concourse and gate (for example, A23 or F4). ATL is big, so check this before you get on the Plane Train.

Domestic vs. International: How Delta Works at ATL

Flying Delta Domestically from Atlanta

If you’re flying Atlanta to another U.S. city with Delta:

1. Arrive at:
   Domestic Terminal – South (Delta Terminal)
2. Check in / drop bags at Delta counters or kiosks.
3. Go through TSA security on the South side.
4. After security, you’ll enter Concourse T.
5. From there, either:
   • Walk to your gate in T, or
   • Take the Plane Train to A, B, C, or D, depending on your assigned gate.

Most frequent Delta domestic departures are from T, A, or B.

Flying Delta International from Atlanta

If you’re flying, for example, Atlanta to London, Paris, or Mexico City on Delta:

• Most travelers will:
  1. Go directly to the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal
  2. Check in at Delta international counters
  3. Clear security there
  4. Depart from a gate in Concourse E or F

If you’re connecting from a domestic Delta flight to an international one, you’ll:

• Arrive into a concourse like A or B
• Take the Plane Train to E or F
• You will not need to re-clear security when connecting within the secure area.

Arriving in Atlanta on Delta: Where You’ll End Up

Domestic Delta Arrivals

For most domestic Delta flights:

• You land at a gate in Concourse T, A, B, C, or D
• You follow signs for Baggage Claim / Ground Transportation
• You ride the Plane Train to the Domestic Terminal
• Delta bags usually come out at Domestic Terminal – South baggage claim

From there, you can access:

• Rideshare pickup (Uber, Lyft) areas
• MARTA Airport Station (for trains into Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead)
• Rental car center via the ATL SkyTrain

International Delta Arrivals

If you arrive in Atlanta from another country on Delta:

• Your inbound flight will usually arrive at Concourse E or F
• You’ll go through:
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
  • Baggage claim in the International Terminal
  • Customs inspection
• After customs, you can:
  • Exit into the International Terminal arrivals area, or
  • Transfer to a domestic connection (re-check bags if required and take the Plane Train)

If your final destination is Atlanta, you’ll usually leave through the International Terminal arrivals and can get a taxi, rideshare, shuttle, or other ground transport from there.

Getting Between Delta Areas: Plane Train, Walking, & Shuttles

Because Delta uses multiple concourses, knowing how to move around ATL is important.

Plane Train (Inside Security)

• The Plane Train is an automated underground train that connects:
  • All concourses T, A, B, C, D, E, F
  • The Domestic Terminal and International Terminal side (airside)
• It runs frequently and is the fastest way to change concourses.
• Travel time between adjacent concourses is usually just a few minutes.

Walking Between Concourses

There are walkable corridors between concourses if you prefer not to take the train.

• The underground walkways feature moving walkways and art installations.
• However, given ATL’s size, many travelers choose the Plane Train if they’re in a hurry.

Landside Shuttle Between Domestic and International Terminals

If you’re not yet through security and need to go from:

• Domestic Terminal – South (Delta) ↔ International Terminal

You can use the free airport shuttle bus that connects these terminals on the outside (landside). This is useful if:

• You parked on one side but arrived on the other
• Someone dropped you at the wrong terminal
• You’re meeting someone arriving international while you came to the domestic side

Allow extra time if you need this shuttle, especially during peak travel hours.

How to Get to the Delta Terminal from Around Atlanta

By Car

If you’re driving yourself or getting dropped off:

• Follow interstate signs for Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
• As you get closer, watch for:
  • Domestic Terminal – South / Delta
• The main address for navigation:
  6000 N Terminal Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30320

Parking options near the Delta terminal include:

• Domestic South parking garages and lots
• Park-Ride lots connected by shuttle

If you’re picking up arriving Delta passengers, you can use:

• Cell phone waiting lots
• South Terminal passenger pickup lanes

By MARTA (Atlanta’s Rail System)

If you’re coming from Downtown, Midtown, or Buckhead:

1. Take MARTA’s Gold or Red Line to Airport Station (the last stop).
2. The Airport Station is directly attached to the Domestic Terminal.
3. When you exit the station, follow the signs to Domestic Terminal – South / Delta.

This is often one of the simplest ways for in-town Atlanta residents to reach the Delta terminal without worrying about parking.

Tips for Using Delta at Atlanta Airport

A few practical pointers for Atlantans and visitors:

• Check your terminal and concourse in advance
  Use your Delta app or boarding pass to see whether you’re leaving from the Domestic South side or the International Terminal, and which concourse (T–F).

• Allow extra time if you’re new to ATL
  ATL is large and busy. If you’re not familiar with the layout, it’s wise to arrive earlier than you normally might for check-in and security.

• Pay attention to gate changes
  Delta flights at ATL can switch between concourses, especially between T, A, and B. Keep an eye on overhead screens and app notifications.

• Know where your bags will be

  • Domestic Delta flights → Domestic Terminal – South baggage claim
  • International Delta flights ending in ATL → International Terminal baggage claim

• Meeting someone on Delta? Ask where they’re arriving from

  • If they’re flying in from a U.S. city, you’ll normally meet them at the Domestic Terminal – South arrivals.
  • If they’re coming from overseas, you may need to meet them at the International Terminal arrivals unless their itinerary continues to a domestic connection.

When in Doubt at ATL: Find “Delta” and “South”

If you remember only one thing:

• For most Delta domestic flights in Atlanta, think Domestic Terminal – South.
• For Delta international flights, think International Terminal (Concourse E/F).

Once you’re at the right terminal, signage for Delta is very prominent, and airport staff at Hartsfield–Jackson are used to helping travelers orient themselves.