Delta Terminals at Atlanta Airport: A Local Guide to Flying Delta from ATL

If you’re flying Delta Air Lines through Atlanta, you’ll almost certainly be using Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)—Delta’s largest hub and a major connection point for flights across the U.S. and around the world.

Understanding which terminal and concourse Delta uses in Atlanta makes your trip smoother, especially if you’re dealing with parking, MARTA, tight connections, or meeting someone at the airport.

Quick Overview: Where Delta Flies at Atlanta Airport

At ATL, the word “terminal” can be confusing. The airport is laid out with:

• Domestic Terminal – North and South sides
• International Terminal – Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal
• Concourses T, A, B, C, D, E, and F (connected in a straight line)

For Delta Air Lines in Atlanta:

• Most Delta domestic flights use the
  Domestic Terminal South and Concourses T, A, B, C, and D.
• Many Delta international departures and arrivals use
  Concourse E and Concourse F (International).
• All concourses are connected airside, so you can walk or take the Plane Train between them without re-clearing security.

Delta at ATL: Terminals vs. Concourses

Domestic Terminal South – Delta’s Main Check-In Area

For most Delta travelers from Atlanta, you’ll start at:

Domestic Terminal South (Delta Terminal)
6000 N Terminal Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30320

Common uses:

• Delta check-in and bag drop for most domestic flights
• Delta Sky Priority and Medallion check-in areas
• TSA security checkpoints feeding into Concourse T and the Plane Train
• Curbside drop-off for rideshare, taxis, and private vehicles headed to Delta

If you live in Atlanta and you’re flying Delta within the U.S. or to some Caribbean/Mexico destinations that clear customs elsewhere, this is probably where you’ll go.

International Terminal (Concourse F) – For Many International Delta Flights

The Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal, on the east side of the airport, is home to Concourse F and also connects to Concourse E.

Address (for GPS and drop-off):

International Terminal (Concourse F)
2600 Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd
Atlanta, GA 30354

You may use this side of the airport if:

• You’re departing Atlanta on a Delta international flight that specifically lists Concourse F on your boarding pass.
• You’re arriving from an international destination and going through U.S. customs and immigration in Atlanta.
• You’re picking up someone coming into ATL on an international Delta flight.

Many Delta long-haul flights use Concourse F or E for gates, even if you checked in at the Domestic Terminal.

Which Concourse Is My Delta Flight From?

In Atlanta, your gate is tied to a concourse, not a separate terminal. Delta uses almost every concourse at ATL.

Here’s a simple breakdown:

Your boarding pass and airline app will list the concourse (letter) and gate (number), for example:
A19, T5, F7, etc.

Domestic Delta Flights from Atlanta: What to Expect

If you’re flying within the U.S. on Delta from Atlanta:

1. Arrival at the airport

   • Most travelers should go to Domestic Terminal South.
   • If someone is dropping you off, ask for the Delta side or South Terminal.
   • For MARTA riders, you’ll arrive directly at the Domestic Terminal.

2. Check-in and bag drop

   • Use Delta kiosks or staffed counters in Domestic South.
   • Sky Priority and Medallion members have separate lines.

3. Security

   • You’ll go through one of the main TSA checkpoints feeding into the concourse area.
   • From there, you can:
     • Walk to Concourse T, or
     • Take the Plane Train to other concourses.

4. Finding your gate

   • Check airport monitors or your app for concourse and gate.
   • Allow extra time to reach A, B, C, D if you’re departing at busy times.

International Delta Flights from Atlanta: Key Details

Departing Atlanta on Delta International

Delta international flights may use Concourse E or F for departure.

You typically have two options:

Option 1 – Check in at Domestic Terminal (common for Atlanta-based travelers):

• Go to Domestic Terminal South for check-in/bags.
• Clear security at the domestic checkpoint.
• Take the Plane Train to Concourse E or F.
• Walk to your gate.

Option 2 – Check in at International Terminal (Concourse F side):

• Drive or be dropped off at the International Terminal.
• Check in at Delta counters on the international side.
• Clear security there.
• Walk directly into Concourse F and connect to other concourses if needed.

Your itinerary or app often suggests which terminal to use, but if you’re unsure and you’re already familiar with Domestic South, it’s usually easier to use that side and ride the Plane Train.

Arriving Back in Atlanta on Delta International

If Atlanta is your first point of entry into the U.S., you’ll usually:

1. Arrive at Concourse E or F.
2. Go through U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
3. Collect your checked baggage.
4. Re-check bags for any connecting flight.
5. If Atlanta is your final destination, exit into the International Terminal arrivals area.

For pickup:

• Meet arriving international passengers at the International Terminal Arrivals.
• Use the International Terminal address (2600 Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd) in GPS, not the Domestic Terminal location.

Getting Between Terminals and Concourses

Inside Security: The Plane Train

All concourses (T–F) are connected airside, meaning once you’re through security you can move between them without going back through TSA.

• The Plane Train is an underground automated train system.
• It stops at every concourse and both ends of the terminal.
• Trains run frequently and the ride between adjacent concourses is a few minutes.

You can also walk along the underground pedestrian tunnel, which has moving walkways and art installations.

Outside Security: Shuttle and Road Access

If you’re moving between Domestic Terminal and International Terminal on the public side:

• There is an Airport shuttle bus connecting Domestic and International terminals.
• You can also drive or use a rideshare/taxi from one to the other; they are on opposite sides of the airfield and not walkable outside security.

Parking for Delta Flights at Atlanta Airport

Domestic Terminal Parking for Delta

If you’re flying Delta domestically:

• Look for Domestic Terminal parking areas, especially on the South side.
• Options typically include:
  • Hourly/short-term parking (closest to the terminal)
  • Daily/long-term parking decks
  • Economy lots with shuttle service

For frequent Atlanta flyers, many prefer to:

• Park in Domestic South Daily or Economy and take the short walk or shuttle.
• Use off-site long-term lots nearby for longer trips.

International Terminal Parking for Delta

If you’re dropping off or picking up at Concourse F or parked there for an international trip:

• Use the International Terminal parking decks and lots accessible from Maynard H. Jackson Jr. Blvd.
• There is usually short-term parking closest to the terminal and long-term options further out.

If you park at the wrong side (Domestic vs. International) and end up exiting at the other, use the airport shuttle to reconnect to your parking area.

Using MARTA and Other Ground Transportation for Delta Flights

MARTA to the Delta Terminal

For Atlanta residents and visitors staying in-town, MARTA is often the easiest way:

• Take MARTA’s Red or Gold line to the Airport Station.
• The station exits directly into the Domestic Terminal, in the middle between North and South.
• Follow signs to South Terminal / Delta for check-in.

This is especially convenient from:

• Downtown Atlanta
• Midtown
• Buckhead
• The Perimeter along GA-400 or I-85 with MARTA access

Rideshare, Taxi, and Drop-Off

For Delta domestic flights:

• Set your destination to “Atlanta Airport Domestic Terminal – South.”
• Follow signs at the airport to the South terminal departures level for drop-off.
• For pickups, follow airport signs to the appropriate rideshare or taxi area at the Domestic Terminal.

For international Delta arrivals or departures at Concourse F:

• Use the International Terminal address.
• Make sure your driver or app is routing to the International Terminal, not just “ATL Airport” by default.

Meeting Someone Flying Delta in Atlanta

Domestic Arrivals – Delta

If you’re meeting someone arriving on a domestic Delta flight:

• Go to the Domestic Terminal South baggage claim area.
• Use monitors to confirm the baggage carousel number.
• Short-term parking at Domestic South is usually the closest option if you’re going inside.
• For quick curbside pickup, use the arrivals level (watch for active curb enforcement).

International Arrivals – Delta

If you’re meeting someone arriving on an international Delta flight that clears customs in Atlanta:

• Go to the International Terminal Arrivals area.
• Park in International Terminal short-term parking if you want to go inside.
• Your guest will proceed through immigration, baggage claim, and customs, then exit to the public arrivals hall.

If they are connecting onward on Delta to another U.S. city, they may re-check bags and transfer to a domestic concourse, so confirm whether Atlanta is their final destination or just a connection.

Delta Sky Clubs and Lounges at ATL

Delta operates multiple Delta Sky Clubs across the airport. While exact locations can change, travelers commonly find clubs in or near:

• Concourse T
• Concourse A
• Concourse B
• Concourse D
• Concourse E
• Concourse F

General points:

• Lounge access is based on membership, cabin class, and/or elite status and credit card type.
• If you have time before your flight and access rights, you can visit any Sky Club in the concourse area you’re in.
• When connecting in Atlanta, many travelers choose a Sky Club near their departure gate for convenience.

Tips for Atlanta-Based Delta Flyers

• Build in extra time: ATL is large, and Delta uses many concourses. Give yourself a buffer, especially for morning and evening peaks.
• Check your concourse before you leave home: Your Delta app or itinerary can reduce confusion over where to head inside the airport.
• Know your side:
  • Domestic Delta: Domestic Terminal South
  • Many international Delta: International Terminal (Concourse F) for arrivals and some departures
• Use MARTA when possible: It avoids parking, traffic, and drop-off congestion, especially during busy travel seasons.
• If in doubt, start at Domestic South: From there, you can reach any Delta gate via security and the Plane Train.

Understanding how Delta terminals and concourses work at Atlanta Airport makes travel far less stressful, whether you live in the metro area, are visiting family, or just connecting through the city.