United Airlines at Atlanta Airport: Which Terminal, Gates, and What to Expect

If you’re flying United Airlines from Atlanta (ATL), everything you do—check-in, security, boarding, and baggage claim—runs through the same side of the airport every time. Knowing exactly where to go at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport makes your trip a lot smoother, especially at a busy hub like ATL.

Below is a clear guide to the United terminal in Atlanta, including where to check in, which concourse United uses, how to connect to other airlines, and tips specific to flying United from Atlanta.

What Terminal Does United Use in Atlanta?

At Hartsfield–Jackson, most airlines share the same Domestic Terminal, then branch out to different concourses for gates. For United, here’s the key:

• Check‑in & ticketing:
  Domestic Terminal – North (often referred to as the North Terminal)
• Security:
  The Main Security Checkpoint serving both North and South domestic terminals
• Gates used by United:
  United typically operates from Concourse T and sometimes Concourse A (domestic flights)
• International partners / connections:
  International flights and partners may use Concourse E or Concourse F (International Terminal)

You do not need a separate “United-only” terminal in Atlanta. Instead, you:

1. Go to the North Terminal for United check‑in.
2. Clear security.
3. Ride the Plane Train (if needed) to the correct concourse and gate.

Step‑by‑Step: Departing on United from Atlanta (ATL)

1. Getting to the Right Side of the Airport

For United, head to:

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport – Domestic Terminal North
6000 N Terminal Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30320

The North Terminal is where you’ll find United check-in counters, baggage drop, and customer service for domestic departures.

If you’re:

• Driving: Follow signs for Domestic Terminal – North. Short‑term and parking deck entrances will be clearly marked near the North side.
• Rideshare / taxi: Tell your driver “United at the North Terminal.” Curbside signs will list airlines, including United.
• MARTA (train):
  • Get off at Airport Station (end of the Red/Gold lines).
  • Follow signs for North Terminal and Ticketing/Check‑in. It’s an indoor walk from the station to the main terminal.

2. United Check‑In and Bag Drop

Inside the North Terminal, look for United Airlines signage and kiosks. From there you can:

• Check in at a self‑service kiosk
• Print bag tags and drop checked luggage
• Get paper boarding passes if needed
• Speak with a United agent for changes, special assistance, or day‑of‑travel issues

Tip: If you checked in on the app and only have a carry‑on, you can go directly to security after confirming your gate.

3. Security Screening

All domestic airlines at ATL share the Main Security Checkpoint. From United’s side of the terminal:

• Follow signs to “Security” / “Main Security Checkpoint”
• If you have TSA PreCheck, CLEAR, or priority access, look for those designated lanes
• Have your ID and boarding pass ready (digital or printed)

Once you’re through security, you’re in the “airside” part of the airport where all concourses are connected.

4. Finding Your Gate: Concourse T and Beyond

After security, check the monitors or your app for your gate assignment. United flights in Atlanta are most commonly found on:

• Concourse T – attached directly to the terminal, sometimes walkable without using the train
• Occasionally Concourse A or another concourse, depending on gate availability

To move between concourses, use the:

• Plane Train (underground automated train) – fastest way
• Underground pedestrian walkway – a good backup if the train is crowded or you want to walk

Quick Reference: United at ATL

Arriving in Atlanta on United

1. Deplaning and Baggage Claim

When your United flight lands:

• You’ll arrive at a domestic concourse (often T).
• Follow the overhead signs to “Baggage Claim” and “Ground Transportation / MARTA”.
• Take the Plane Train to “Domestic Terminal – Baggage Claim”, then follow signs for North Baggage Claim.

United’s checked bags will appear on the carousels in the North side of the Domestic Baggage Claim area. Screens above each carousel will list your flight number and origin city.

2. Getting Into the City from United’s Side

From Domestic Baggage Claim, you have several options:

• 🚇 MARTA:
  • Follow signs to MARTA from Baggage Claim.
  • Airport Station connects directly to Downtown, Midtown, Buckhead, and the Perimeter via the Red and Gold lines.
• 🚕 Taxi:
  • Taxi stands are just outside the baggage claim level of the Domestic Terminal.
• 🚗 Rideshare (Uber/Lyft):
  • Follow signs to the Rideshare Pickup area.
  • It’s usually a short walk from Domestic Baggage Claim.
• 🚙 Rental cars:
  • Take the ATL SkyTrain to the Rental Car Center (RCC), which serves all major rental brands.

Connecting Flights: United to Other Airlines at ATL

Because Atlanta is a large hub for multiple airlines, many travelers connect here even when United isn’t their final carrier.

United to Domestic Connections

If you arrive on United and connect to another domestic airline:

1. Stay airside if you’re on a single itinerary and your bags are checked through.
2. Check your new gate and concourse on departure boards or your airline’s app.
3. Use the Plane Train to reach your next concourse (A, B, C, D, E, F, or T).

You only need to re-clear security if you leave the secure area (for example, to meet someone at baggage claim or step outside).

United to International Connections

If you’re connecting from United in Atlanta to an international flight:

• Many international departures leave from Concourse E or F.
• If your bags are checked through and you’re on one ticket, you usually just change concourses inside security.
• Follow signs to E or F via the Plane Train.

If you’re coming from overseas into Atlanta, you’ll typically:

• Go through U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Concourse F or E
• Claim and re-check luggage (if continuing on United or another airline)
• Re-clear security
• Then ride the Plane Train to your domestic United gate (often T)

Services and Amenities Near United Gates

Once you’re at United’s concourse, you’ll find typical ATL amenities:

• Food & drink: Quick‑service spots, sit‑down restaurants, and coffee stands in and around Concourse T and Concourse A
• Restrooms & family facilities: Well-marked, including family restrooms and changing tables
• Shopping: Newsstands, convenience shops, and some retail for last‑minute needs
• Wi‑Fi:Free airport Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal and concourses
• Workspaces: Many gates have outlets or charge points; some concourse areas include small work counters

If you have a long layover, you can easily:

• Ride the Plane Train to other concourses to explore more dining options
• Use the underground walkway for a stretch between concourses

Accessibility and Special Assistance When Flying United from Atlanta

If you need extra support traveling through ATL on United, you can:

• Request wheelchair assistance through your United reservation before your trip or at the check‑in counter
• Use accessible entrances, elevators, and restrooms throughout the North Terminal and concourses
• Ask any airport or United staff member for help with:
  • Visual or hearing assistance
  • Extra time during boarding
  • Help with luggage to/from the curb or gate

For more detailed accessibility information about the airport itself, you can contact the Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport administration office. The main airport information line and airport website are good starting points for up‑to‑date details on accessible services.

Tips for Atlanta Locals Flying United

If you live in the Atlanta area and regularly fly United:

• Plan around traffic:
  • Weekday mornings and late afternoons on I‑75/I‑85 can be congested. Build in extra time.
• Consider MARTA:
  • From Downtown, Midtown, or Buckhead, MARTA can be more predictable than driving and parking, especially during rush hour.
• Know your parking:
  • If you drive often, familiarize yourself with the North Terminal parking deck and economy lots near the Domestic Terminal.
• Use mobile tools:
  • United’s app plus ATL’s gate and baggage displays make it easier to track any last‑minute gate changes between concourses.

Key Takeaways for United Travelers at ATL

• United check-in is located in the Domestic Terminal – North at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
• After security, United flights most often depart from Concourse T, with occasional gates in Concourse A or nearby.
• All concourses (T, A, B, C, D, E, F) are connected inside security by the Plane Train and walkways, making connections relatively straightforward.
• Baggage claim for United is on the North side of the Domestic Baggage Claim area.
• From there, it’s simple to reach MARTA, taxis, rideshares, and the Rental Car Center to continue your trip into Atlanta or beyond.