Why Atlanta Is The World's Busiest Airport

[@admiralkymia]

DELTA stands for Deliver Every Living Thing to Atlanta. To get to hell, you have to connect through Atlanta.

[@christheking726]

Dead things too !

[@britonk]

@@khaldrago911 Marry A Repulsive Thug Anna?

[@wickedcabinboy]

@@khaldrago911 - I do, but it's really impolite.

[@heyalexluu]

Or SLC, their other hub on the west coast

[@heyalexluu]

@Jonathan Parks their other hub is Salt Lake City

[@jtirello3_111]

The ATL is my home airport, so I know I’m going to sound like a shameless homer, but I LOVE Hartsfield. It’s easy to get in and out. Arrivals and Departures are great for the person traveling and the person dropping off/picking up. There may be more beautiful airports, but the ATL does it all!

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

Even with security lines being longer these days, with clear and pre-check I can get from the curb to the boarding door in less than 15 minutes usually

[@Gazoogleheimer1]

No longer living in Atlanta but grew up there -- still my favorite airport!

[@qicle]

I’ve been to Atlanta too many times to count but never have been in this airport 😩 about 3 hours away by car so it’s always a road trip lol

[@flyleaf2184]

Lots of homeless people there and it’s in a sketchy part of Atlanta. I don’t think it’s beautiful or appealing but I suppose it works. The 1996 Olympics may have played a part in its expansion. Cheers.

[@EliseToole]

Fax, you can have a 20 minute layover (even from Concourse T to Concourse F) and you would still make it with time to spare if you were in Atlanta

[@spades9048]

I am a controller in Atlanta. We know how to keep planes moving. Of course the crews also help. When we say turn that means turn now and hit that gap - not turn 20 seconds from now. They’re on the same page.

[@jakecostello8400]

Can you explain what the victor loop is? I listen to ATL on LIVEATC a lot and I hear it almost every arrival

[@spades9048]

@@jakecostello8400 Sorry, I’m not familiar with that. I’m in the center.

[@NobDaNilot]

@@jakecostello8400 the victory loop is taxi V or victor that curves around the back of runway 26L/8R. Its used to keep aircraft from crossing said runway to keep the tin moving for departures. If you ever get the chance to go to ATL and watch the traffic arrive and depart you’ll understand why. It’s like rush hour there all day.

[@danielclooney6248]

@@NobDaNilot Is there a good place to do planespotting in ATL? Inside the airport or outside?

[@jakerson181]

When we say jump, they ask how high? Yeah, OK Steve. LOL.

[@natep8153]

I live in Atlanta, and I can safely say that this airport is absolutely amazing by airport standards. It's extremely easy to get from concourse to concourse, and it's a very short TSA-Gate time. ATL is awesome!

[@majime28]

Atlanta is my town and ATL is my home airport. Even though it's the busiest in the world it's much easier to navigate than most other smaller airports such as Miami, JFK or Houston.

[@Saifull1991]

I have seen a lot of positive comments about ATL in this video. Truly must be a good airport

[@crimsonszero]

@@Saifull1991 it's a great airport

[@paulh4229]

Travelled through Atlanta a few times, it's my favourite airport to transfer through. Staff are very friendly and helpful.

[@KevinPassino]

Linear layout with excellent signage and information, a train between all the concourses, mass transit access to the city, a train to the rental car area (if that's your thing), two large security checkpoints and crazy fast precheck lines. You really can't beat it for airport efficiency.

[@alexburleson6950]

I flew through ATL yesterday to visit family in Georgia. It’s incredible how organized and efficient this airport is!

[@nancybrogna9125]

I totally agree I flew there on the 9 for a concert I should of stayed for a few days / most of the people I came in touch with where very friendly; except one/ a black security guard ; all I asked him if I could leave my package with him at the desk since I was returning in 4 hours/ He started screaming at me : telling me he wasn’t babysitting my bag: so rude.

[@nancybrogna9125]

The wheel chair porter at 4 am was so helpful : he saw I was hurting and told me his service was free to use. As I was using a cane. He helped me through TSA and a long drive through the Airport to my gate and he was very nice 👍

[@nancybrogna9125]

American Airlines all the way

[@habfan123424]

I connect there seemingly every time I fly. Probably my favorite huge airport I've ever been to. It's so well designed and organized. I don't know how you could get lost there.. ATL is light-years ahead of Miami, LAX, JFK, Laguardia, Charlotte, Chicago, Heathrow, Charles de Gaulle, Toronto, and every other hub I've been to.

[@VetGamer718]

I fly through Atlanta often as my most of my family is on the east coast and I prefer Delta to other airlines. The airport is huge and the 2 hrs early for domestic flights is accurate. You can easily miss your flight if you don't get there early enough. Plenty of great shopping and apron views for those with time on there hands and the Delta lounge is AMAZING. Not sure if it is back to normal with the pandemic but a must see if possible

[@grownsimba8120]

Do you need to get there 2 hours early because the standard TSA line is so long?

[@VetGamer718]

@@grownsimba8120 That's one reason but also because it's a very large airport. If you're bid if your flight isn't in the main terminal you're gonna have to take a people mover to 1 of the other terminals and there's like 6 or 7 terminals

[@hagdore]

Someone speaking well of a US airport? What madness is this? 😁😉

[@ryancombs7484]

ATL used to be my home airport and it’s an amazing airport. Well run, organized, and friendly. Plenty of options for food and layout if efficient and non confusing.

[@acegarcia3719]

The 1996 Olympics definitely had an affect on Atlanta becoming the megahub of today and passenger numbers skyrocketed as airport infrastructure was a top priority

[@johniii8147]

Not really. It was DL building a mega hub that funded the airport more than anything. The airport looks nothing like it did back in 1996. That was a two week event that got some minor investment for the airport itself. That's a myth the Olympics funded it.

[@rontiemens2553]

Atlanta was a massive hub long before 1996.

[@justrandomthings319]

So not true.

[@rontiemens2553]

@@justrandomthings319 such ignorance.

[@justrandomthings319]

@@rontiemens2553 I was talking to the OP not you.

[@spongebubatz]

I’ve traveled through Atlanta several times, so far I can’t complain! 😁

[@britonk]

I can! I ordered a big mac meal with no onions, but guess who got onions? Not me, because apparently McDonald's doesn't deliver while in air

[@trob0914]

I lived in the Atlanta metro area and utilized Hartsfield a ton! T- Gates anyone? My experiences have been mostly favorable!!

[@kylecampbell1444]

T gates is like being at airport like Chattanooga.

[@jtirello3_111]

Landing and pulling up to the T-Gates is practically like being dropped off curbside in your own driveway. Everyone should get to experience the “T”-life at least once. My most recent ATL-BOS round trip this past June ended with the sheer luxury experience that is a T-Gate arrival. I call it winning the Hartsfield Lottery!

[@nickmaestro]

My home airport, and I live 20 minutes away. I even worked there as a seasonal employee when I was in college. It’s very busy on the scenes and behind, but we kept it moving. As stressful as it was, we always took pride in being kind, courteous and offering Southern hospitality. Always fly Delta if you are coming through or to Atlanta. Security TSA can be long, but unless there is a disruption, I’ve waited 20-25 minutes at most. We keep it moving. It’s an absolute must to arrive 2 hours before your flight, especially if you are checking a bag. The airport is a major employer for the city, and one of our crown jewels.

[@ecclestonsangel]

I connect through Atlanta on a regular basis. It's a lovely airport, and the people are very friendly. ATL may be the world's busiest airport, but they are a model of efficiency, which is why I believe they do so well, and why they'll hang on to the title of World's Busiest Airport.

[@johniii8147]

I've never herd ATL described a "lovely". It's functional for such high volumes by design. Lovely not so much.

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

@@johniii8147 next time you travel through there, take a look at Concourse F and the remodeling that took place on concourses B and D. Along with a fully remodeled passenger exterior fascia on North and South Terminals, a multimillion-dollar glass roof over the passenger drop-off lanes, and completely remodeled check-in areas

[@samyaoude3400]

@@johniii8147 International standards def not lovely, but one of the better airports in the US

[@johniii8147]

@@samyaoude3400 Oh I'm not trashing ATL at what it does. It's extremely efficient for the traffic DL flows through there. No other hub can handle that volume. Good planning to become a good mega hub it is.

[@samyaoude3400]

@@johniii8147 Got you.. Yea for sure, really efficient.. I do wish American Airports were more like some of the best you see in the middle east and East Asia design wise though.

[@kevinjoseph5021]

Well oiled machine! Compared to other major airports Atlanta has the most organized airport. Friendly and great shopping and food selections.

[@petergab734]

There are two other advantages not mentioned. First, Atlanta has good weather year around and winter delays and closures do not really affect it since it almost never snows. Secondly, there are 3 runways that can be used for simultaneous landings due to its distance between runways. This might not seem important, but during LIFR operations it can handle much greater operations than any other airport. Also the ATC in Atlanta is just a Swiss watch of precision. These guys have it down to a science. I fly regularly in the Atlanta class B and its a ballet of planes.

[@johniii8147]

The summer storms are common but they know how to manage those.

[@williamstaley6401]

I flew through ATL at least 4 times per week for 20 years (on Delta) for my work (Clinical Research). It became second nature to me and it felt like I was home when we landed, even though I had another flight (of about an hour) to my actual home (BNA or LEX).

[@joshuaburba1048]

Shoutout to BNA!

[@vee8342]

Once you go through Hartsfield-Jackson, you'll never look at any other Airport the same. I find myself always looking for the conveniences that it has when visiting other airports.

[@thecomet28]

My favorite airport to connect through. Easy to move from terminal to terminal, has friendly southern hospitality, and has great shops and food. It should remain #1 based on all factors.

[@davepratt9909]

If you live in the South, the saying goes "To go to Hell, you have to go through Atlanta". Many times it has taken the plan longer to go from the gate to take off (due to Delta's block scheduling and congestion) than it did to fly to Orlando.

[@egante]

Better off driving

[@johnharris6655]

I thought Atlanta was hell. It was hot enought.

[@crimsonszero]

@@johnharris6655 it's great here

[@claritysoundz8149]

I recently stayed in Atlanta during my vacation from work, and I loved the ease and convenience of Hartsfield Jackson Airport, Truly world class.

[@YunxiaLiu]

As a poor student before, I never flew Delta. But once I graduated to the working world, I found Delta and Atlanta is top notch. Atlanta is easy to navigate, the underground train is so much better than walking in Chicago. And you can’t beat having Bojangle’s in an airport!

[@jtirello3_111]

Bojangle’s is good, but Popeye’s is where it’s at.

[@shaanpatel3413]

When I went to Atlanta airport (only once) the experience was really good. Even though there were so many passengers the line went very smoothly. Way faster than SFO and JFK which I have been to

[@SDGreg]

I regularly fly into ATL. One thing that ATL has is Taxi way Victor. This taxiway at the end of the runway allows planes to taxi directly off the runway after landing without stopping and go directly to the gates without having to wait to crossways runways. It might not seem like much but makes a big difference.

[@MB-hc2xw]

My city is an easy 20 min DL or WN flight to/from ATL. I can fly to pretty much anywhere in the world with one simple connection. ATL has a great layout and the newer concourses are really nice... even the older concourses are nice after recent renovations. I have never had any issue in ATL other than summer storms... which I'd take in ATL any day over storms in DFW or ORD!

[@mattball2700]

I would always choose to fly through ATL, despite one bad delay experience.

[@marcusgriffin279]

If you think the terminals are busy, try driving on the ramp. I worked line maintenance for Delta for several years during the swing shift. Driving from the T gates to the E terminal is not for the faint of heart.

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

Line maintenance?

[@jwill3708]

Hartsfield-Jackson is definitely huge and overwhelming! But, it's still probably one of the least overwhelming huge airports in the US. Much less overwhelming than JFK, Chicago, etc.

[@Crazyuncle1]

I love flying through Atlanta. It’s Not a boring place to spend time between connecting flights. There’s lots of aircraft movements and people to watch. And the underground train that runs between terminals is definitely professional grade and fast

[@limbeboy7]

I love ATL airport and the underground train system that leads to the concourses is just brilliant 👏🏿

[@That_Millenial_Guy]

ATL is a wonderful airport. You’d think that it would be difficult to navigate or be overcrowded since it’s the busiest airport in the world, but the exact opposite is true. Easy to use subway style system, friendly staff (for airport standards), and lots of open space. It’s definitely my preferred US airport.

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

The way they planned the airport is fantastic, honestly one of the most efficient in the United States, if not the world. Takes no more than 25 minutes to get from the farthest apart gates, and usually less than 15. Even the fact that the train runs through the middle of the concourses, it's never a really long walk

[@dpm-jt8rj]

I have connected through ATL several times and even with changing terminals I have never had a problem.

[@emreyurttas5051]

ATL is one my favorite hubs to layover in! Despite being the busiest in the world it's very efficient!

[@grategrant]

I've flow in and out of ATL many times, and I can honestly say it's easier to navigate than many of the much smaller airports I've been too.

[@ronriesinger7755]

Efficient and easy to navigate: a winning combination.

[@passengersview7479]

Atlanta is my favorite! It’s the best airport to change planes!

[@mhsvz6735]

Yes, we connect through Atlanta to Europe once or twice a year. Always a good experience.

[@Harpiee2020]

My home airport. Can get nearly anywhere in the world direct, certainly anywhere in the US. Love it at KATL.

[@SuperAirplanemaster]

I used to fly to Atlanta when I was flying on Delta it’s very easy they have transit connect takes it to your terminal obviously but very easy friendly staff I love it

[@Calebs_Aviation]

ATL is SO HUGE with lots of planes and airlines flying through ATL! As a self proclaimed Avgeek I loved it!!!

[@TI_Tajador]

True! We're the main hub for Delta too, which is pretty neat. Have you been to the Delta Flight Museum?

[@Piggy153]

Atlanta's airport is a very state-of-the-art airport. I've always had great experiences there.

[@adub1300]

I was in Atlanta 2 weeks ago. It’s a top notch airport and one of my favorite connections.

[@stevenholt1867]

120 million passengers per year, that is nuts! 😊

[@stephenjackson7797]

If I were a foreign flight going to the US over the Atlantic with eventual stop in almost any city west of Atlanta, I'd make Atlanta my first stop since it's near the coast and it's rarely affected by bad weather.

[@Taurus126]

I like ATL and the staff is very friendly, helpful.

[@saketgupta7978]

Whoaa , this is what I was wondering moments ago and your video popped out , Great video !!

[@SimpleFlyingNews]

Thanks for the feedback! - TB

[@sitara2783]

I went through Atlanta once and while I don't remember much about the airport itself (that trip was a nightmare), I've never found that wonderful peach candy anywhere else. Considering connecting through there on my next trip east just for the candy.

[@MichaelJ843]

My favorite airport. So big, lots of shops, museum, and easy to maneuver.

[@Mark-uh7cr]

In 2019 I had the pleasure of flying into and out of Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Coming in was easy to navigate once you understood the shuttle system. Going out was crazy. I had a scheduled early flight so I got to the airport at 4:30am and was shocked to see the security queues were already backed up even with the subscription of TSA Pre and Clear to get into special queues. Plan accordingly should you fly out of Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

[@KevinPassino]

If you catch the glut of business travelers, yeah, Pre-check can be worse than the regular line. Otherwise, pre-check is a breeze and I regularly get through in under 10 minutes at 6am.

[@farhadchaudhry]

That's a TSA problem. That body is in need to extensive reform.

[@Notthecobracommander]

Live in ATL metro area and have used the airport multiple times, also as a Uber driver. It has a fairly simply layout having only two terminal buildings domestic (south and north) and international. I have had passenger requests to Alabama.

[@calibankzthomas9229]

I always love flying into Atlanta Airport its very nice.

[@Manwholikestrains]

I live just outside Atlanta so the Atlanta airport is the main airport that I use for obvious reasons and I think that it deserves the number one spot because the staff has always been very friendly and able to direct me to where I need to go when I ask

[@Parker-hy6ux]

Atlanta is one of the best large international airports in the US. You can’t tell me otherwise.

[@itzbrendanc8629]

I’ve been to Atlanta twice, and it’s probably my favorite airport

[@jdhjimbo]

TPA is nice also, but not axhugextransfer hub likexATL,

[@Camden_Loves_Aviation]

Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson is my home airport and I have only had a delay of up to 15 minutes going out of Atlanta.

[@treyweger]

The one time I’ve been to KATL was when I had a layover. I didn’t stay for long and we stayed mostly in the same area. It was during the beginning of COVID, so it wasn’t super busy but it was still pretty busy. I liked it, but I know security would probably be a mess over there. I also got to fly on one of the last MD80’s with Delta so that’s cool

[@RobEJC]

Until Delta closed their acquired hub in Memphis, (along with the help of various low-cost, point-to-point options available), I was able to avoid connecting through Atlanta for the bulk of my adult flying life. It's a fine airport, easy to navigate for its size.

[@yousefnoori]

I've been through once flying Air France from Paris and connecting with Delta to Austin. All I remember was that the Train ride from passport control to get to Austin's gate was longer than the time it took for us to taxi.

[@zach_K]

Atlanta is an awesome airport especially for tight/short connections

[@whatitdo6287]

Flew out of Hartsfield on Mondays and back on Thursdays for many years, it is always busy.

[@literalyou104]

I live in Atlanta and have flown through multiple times. I do love the airport, but I would *always* recommend getting there early since security, and walking through the gargantuan airport.

[@literalyou104]

@Jonathan Parks Bruv it literally says its 35 minutes from concourse T to F But given that there's the plane train, it's more like 6 minutes

[@literalyou104]

@Jonathan Parks you just stated why 😂

[@mdjordjevic08]

I flew out of there plenty of times. It is very busy and huge! It is like a city. The staffs were all very helpful. The bathrooms were clean, thank goodness for that too.

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thanks for showing.

[@LMays-cu2hp]

I am apart of another big hub which is Chicago.

[@JHamilton791]

I'm also an Atlantan, but I recommend to any avgeek to check it out. While there are tons of amenities, it's not architecturally spectacular. The efficiency the sheer numbers of people and planes are processed at is kind of amazing though.

[@skylineXpert]

Passed through with my pappi in 2017 When he saw korean air he asked: hey is that pepsi air?

[@johniii8147]

Lol

[@jdhjimbo]

🤣🤣

[@nicolastoral5887]

Its always been a good experience both flying into and out of ATL. Staff are friendly, most flights are on time and there's a lot of attention to detail when it comes to decorations and food options

[@wilfredduck1145]

ATL is my home airport and it’s super efficient also I’ve been to Charles de Gaulle it’s pretty much the opposite of efficient

[@nathan_anotherunner]

I fly there quite often to visit much of my family in Northeast Georgia, absolutely great airport, very easy to navigate and everything is modern and up to date.

[@michaeleidenberg9823]

The old saying is if you die in the south where do you go to heaven or hell do you have to change planes in Atlanta Atlanta Hartsfield is large ugly and busy but it’s extremely efficient and you can fly to almost any destinations in the world without having to connect at another airport with that live in Atlanta do cherish our Hartsfield Jackson international airport thanks for the video nice job

[@GrandDuchessAniya]

My main issues flying through Atlanta are I have to arrange at least a hour layover to lessen missing my connections. In addition, they tend to shut down for weather more frequently than other airports. And takeoffs and landings over the highway is pretty cool!

[@andrewsavage6738]

One of the best airport I flew out of.

[@xxstandstillxx]

Something's to include about why Atlanta is very popular, while you spoke about it's access to Europe it also has a strong access to south America.

[@igorbandalo8248]

Actually I have in 2019 and I was impressed by its efficiency. Even there is only one security check line, you were always moving and even there are five Terminals, you are quick there with the rail. I had several flights in and out of ATL as I chose it as a base for my US trip and as said in the clip, one of the advantages is its geographical location. I had to go to Cleveland and visited New Orleans. The only reason I will probably fly into Boston again next time is the customs and immigrations office which is much easier and faster at a smaller airport of course.

[@ArtsyBaker24]

I flew through Atlanta a couple times and it was very organized and easy to navigate despite its size

[@Trex1094]

I’ve fly delta a lot so I’ve been through Atlanta many times, although not always on delta. I have also flown the long hop from the 5th busiest to Atlanta.

[@TheHoodiman]

The plane animation of each plane over the stats is a cool effect

[@smcdonald9991]

Imagine if the traffic of Heathrow, Stanstead, Gatwick and London City was combined into a mega airport. It might be #1 then.

[@shrimpflea]

Maybe, but same could be said for NY or LA.

[@johniii8147]

No need to imagine it since it will never happen. They can’t even get a 3rd runway approved, let alone an entire mega airport

[@ernestotchere2715]

Texas alone is bigger than the UK and Dallas Airport dwarfs Heathrow.

[@hurleycapetown8420]

I just found this out but what’s more surprising to me is I have been to America multiple times and flown with delta countless times but I have never been to Atlanta.

[@thatfloridian5719]

I at the time of posting this comment I passed through Atlanta and man it’s nice

[@jdhjimbo]

I have flown thru there many times, and it is clean and efficient, with connecting trams to the concourse, and lots of diversions, if you are delayed for long, ATL does not get snow (occasionally ice) so that helps with no delays being common, unlike ORD, which is a winter mess!

[@mikestone9129]

I have flown in/out of ATL many times. I've had both good and bad experiences doing so.

[@nubianking4203]

Im so proud to be from GA. Our airport is absolutely remarkable

[@1900intz]

Thank you for this video.

[@abcjelly]

1 of the best places👌 to go spotting📸, nonstop action🛫🛬♾️

[@danielclooney6248]

Spotting where inside or outside and where?

[@n7y8c7]

Pre-covid there was a take off or landing every 15 seconds!

[@n7y8c7]

@@danielclooney6248 You can spot outside in the Southside cell lot, or on top of the garage. Inside you can get great views from Gate 1A on Concourse D, and the outdoor deck of the Concourse F SkyClub.

[@danielclooney6248]

@@n7y8c7 Thanks very much.

[@iZain23]

The subterminal rail system at AHJ transporting passengers from terminal to terminal quickly is engineering genius and something I haven't seen at any other airport. The airport itself feels like a city within a city. Connect out of ATL just to experience the airport isn't a bad idea. Check it out!

[@edawg9962]

Denver's airport has an underground train too but they specifically modeled their terminal layout like ATL because of the efficiency it gives.....

[@3mmdm32]

ATL is my home airport also. I do make connection through it and it is a clean and simple thing especially compared to any other major. Something that isn’t mentioned is the runway layout. All of the runways run East to West. On a clear evening with flight landing out of the East I’ve seen the light 15 aircraft deep. This makes a massive difference on delay for both arrivals and departures. Whenever I come back from Europe and have to make a connection for another destination ATL is the choice.

[@tyler-jamestoledo5284]

As a frequent delta flyer I have to say Atlanta is the most efficient airport in the states. I have literally transited from seat to seat cross terminal for SUPER TIGHT, connections in under 10 minutes. I prefer it that way anyways, because the downside of atl is that I think it has the worst concessions in comparison to other delta hubs. Also difficult sometimes to find a quiet space.

[@anton8019]

Can we get a moment of silence for the 717-200 retiring soon? RIP the best and last maddog

[@indyracingnut]

I always fly thru ATL for one reason. They have airside smoking lounges. No need to leave the terminals & go back thru security. Huge time saver.

[@donaldstanfield8862]

Cough Cough 🙄

[@n7y8c7]

The smoking lounges closed January 2020.

[@beatawojcik5279]

I was there once. Flying from Frankfurt to Florida. Love this airport😍

[@davetissue]

very interesting how Delta has their hubs in *relatively* smaller cities like Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis, and Salt Lake City, while United has their hubs in the largest metro areas like Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, DC, and New York/Newark.

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

Delta has near exclusivity on high demand routes at their hubs, whereas UA has to fight AA and many others at theirs.

[@Boxhead42]

Atlanta is not a small metro. It’s larger than San Francisco. Atl -6.1 San Francisco - 4.7.

[@dkal1952]

@@Boxhead42 Atlanta has less than 500k people, smaller than Milwaukee, Tucson, or Fresno, yet has a busier airport than Beijing or Tokyo.

[@Boxhead42]

@@dkal1952 The intown population of a city means nothing. That airport along with all of its professional sports teams services the entire metro area. Also all of ATL Fortune 500 companies makes it the in to the top 10 GDP. You cannot pretend that all of those 6 million people that surrounds Atlanta does not exist.

[@BabyBang17datruth]

@@Boxhead42 Not only that, ATL is basically the only major airport for the entire southeastern US. Everyone from the surrounding states connect through Atlanta.

[@acciid]

I flew into Atlanta once and it was a terrible experience. It was snowing which caused havoc as they clearly weren't used to it. We got lucky as there was a sick passenger on board so we got to land relatively quickly. Then I was surprised to find that after a huge wait at immigration, then picking up my bag, I then had to check my bag back in just to get out of the airport because everything is airside. So another long wait to do that, then a mile-long hike across the airport (there was a train but chances of getting onto it were slim). I finally got my bag again, which was on a carousel, landside, where anyone could have taken it. Then I had to get to car hire and that took ages too. From landing to collecting my car was over 4 hours. OK, so I was unlucky, but it's there amongst my worst airport experiences and I have actively avoided Atlanta ever since. Typically, I left plenty of time to catch my return flight and there were no issues at all, so I had to hang around for hours...

[@Mediaright]

That's all gone now, as they opened a new international terminal some years back and it's all self-contained: You check in there, you get your bags there. No more "pick up your bags, put them back in" nonsense.

[@magabu17]

Huge airport, with lots of facilities, I was there on February 2020.

[@boyhash1]

ATL is mostly efficient, whether connecting or flying in/out. Far from the most inspiring airport, and it always feels crowded to me, but having so many Delta Clubs to choose from does make layovers easier.

[@jdhjimbo]

Most of the inspiring airports are not in the USA.

[@technole]

I took this route on the A333 before, always packed to the gills. So obviously the tech stop is the best option. Just glad Delta ordered more A359s. This is one route if they had any to spare would be easier to drop a few on

[@dougharris7665]

ATL is a well organized uncomplicated place to fly to/through with aligned terminals connected by trains and adjunct services in place. The hidden gem is the WALK from T gates to terminal 1 underground to enjoy the gorgeous African statues and carvings and relaxing music, hopefully still there as Covid has kept many away for too long. The art was brought over for the Olympics and an oft missed museum like promenade. Allow an extra 20 min to relax and enjoy !

[@gop4usa12]

I like the design of ATL. Having separate concourses linked by the underground rail system allows better maneuvability for taxiing aircraft. But the one thing that's missing is people movers within each concourse. It's an awful long walk between the escalator and the end of the concourse on either side.

[@johnh2410]

I live in Atlanta and TSA lines are absolutely horrible here compared to other major airports. They will pull agents off the line to slow it down and ensure that nobody gets through in less than 30 minutes. Other than the TSA debacle, it's a well laid-out airport and easy to navigate despite its large size.