For Immediate Release
March 17, 2026
Contact:
Communications and Media Relations
(678) 920-0857
Temporary Traffic Pattern Changes at ATL
Passengers should allow for additional time for arrival
ATLANTA – From Wednesday, March 18, through Monday, March 30, construction on the new South Deck at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will temporarily adjust Terminal South roadway lanes and shuttle operations. These changes will remain in effect 24/7 during this period. Here are the impacts:
Drivers
On the Terminal South upper-level roadway, all inner and outer lanes will merge into one exit lane.Expect slower traffic near the Domestic Terminal, use extra caution, and allow extra travel time for drop-offs and pickups.ParkATL Park-Ride
On-airport ParkATL shuttle pick-up will relocate to the Terminal South lower level.From South Baggage Claim, take the DOWN escalator or elevators and follow the signs to the door marked LS2.Exit through Door LS2 to reach the shuttle loading area.Off-Airport Shuttles
Hotel, motel, and off-airport parking shuttles will drop passengers off on the Terminal North lower level.Passengers will enter the Domestic Terminal through Door LN1 on the right.For airlines located at Terminal North, turn left after the escalator or elevator to reach check-in counters.For Delta checked bags, proceed straight toward South Baggage Claim, then turn left.Passengers without checked bags may proceed directly to a security checkpoint by following the signs.Please plan ahead, watch for wayfinding signs, and allow extra time when traveling to ATL during this period.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
ATL is the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in one year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. The Airport boasts an annual direct economic impact of $66 billion in the state. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
