Getting to and from Atlanta’s airport

Start with the terminal, not with a car reservation

A flight can arrive at one concourse while a traveler needs a different terminal for baggage, check-in or ground transportation. Begin by confirming whether you need the domestic or international terminal, then review the airport’s current directions for your selected transportation mode.

The ATL airport ground transportation resource distinguishes locations for taxis, authorized rideshare, shuttles, and other ground transportation. Treat those official instructions and posted airport signage as authoritative on the day of travel.

MARTA: useful for some airport trips

The MARTA Airport Station page identifies the rail station at the domestic terminal between the north and south baggage claim areas. Red and Gold line trains serve the station. Before choosing rail, identify your destination station, any required transfer, and the walk or last-mile connection after arrival. Check the official MARTA fares and transfers page before budgeting a multi-person trip.

Vehicle pickup: verify permission and meeting location

Airport pickup permissions differ among providers and may change. A service operating elsewhere in Atlanta is not necessarily cleared for airport pickups. Use the airport’s published list and your provider’s instructions to confirm eligibility. Avoid entering a vehicle based on an unsolicited offer inside the terminal.

Build a reliable arrival plan

• Check the flight and terminal information before leaving for the airport.
• Decide how bags, mobility needs and group size affect the preferred option.
• Save the official pickup instructions or station route while on Wi-Fi.
• Arrange a fallback if trains are delayed or if vehicle availability changes.
• Share the terminal and meeting point with anyone coordinating your pickup.

What this guide cannot tell you

It cannot establish a live train arrival, airport queue, taxi fare for a particular trip, or a Concierge airport ride. For current operations, see ATL airport ground transportation, MARTA Airport Station, and Georgia 511. Concierge’s public Concierge Rider customer page describes its rider offering separately.

Three common travel scenarios

One person with light luggage headed near a MARTA station: Consider whether Red or Gold line service, plus any transfers and last-mile walking, gets you near your destination. Before choosing, check the current rail schedule and station alerts and include the cost of reaching the final address from the station.

A group with several bags going beyond the rail network: Compare the total transportation cost for the group, the time spent transferring or walking, and whether a properly authorized vehicle accommodates everyone and their luggage. A lower per-person fare is not always the best choice for a complicated multi-stop journey.

A late international arrival: Verify the international terminal’s pickup instructions separately from those for the domestic terminal. MARTA’s Airport Station is located at the domestic terminal, so an international arrival needs to factor in any terminal connection. Have an alternative if transit service or approved vehicle availability changes.

Accessibility and station renovation

MARTA reports that one of Airport Station’s two elevators has been closed for renovation since August 31, 2026, and directs riders to the other elevator. The agency lists completion of the renovation for fall 2027. This is project information, not a guarantee of availability on any specific day. Riders who need a step-free journey should check MARTA’s Airport Station renovation page and live service alerts shortly before travel.

An airport pickup safety checklist

• Use the terminal and baggage claim details shown by your airline, then follow the airport’s ground transportation signage.
• Confirm that the specific provider has permission to conduct airport pickups. Operating elsewhere in metro Atlanta does not, by itself, authorize airport pickups.
• Check the passenger count, luggage requirements, accessible vehicle needs and any child-restraint arrangements before booking.
• Verify the driver, license plate and vehicle against your provider’s confirmed trip details before entering.
• Choose a backup authorized service or transit option in case your preferred pickup becomes unavailable.

Estimate the full journey, not just the fare

MARTA currently lists a standard one-way fare of $2.50 for rail and most of its core services, with transfer rules and eligibility-based reduced fares. These figures can change, so compare costs using the official fares and transfers page. Include station access, transfers, the remaining trip after exiting transit, and the needs of your traveling party.

For a taxi or authorized ride service, consider applicable airport pickup instructions, total fare, potential waiting time, and any added charge associated with the service. Use the operator’s actual quote or current published rates; this guide does not quote a guaranteed fare.

Check before departure

Save the airport ground transportation page and check it again near your travel date. During reconstruction or high traffic, a familiar pickup location may change. If plans are interrupted, official airport signs and staff instructions take precedence over a saved map screenshot.

This guide is informational, not an airport transportation booking service. Concierge’s own app coverage, driver availability, and applicable permissions must be confirmed separately.

Related Concierge resources

Return to Atlanta Travel Resources for the broader planning overview or read the Atlanta Traffic and Transit Planning Guide to prepare for road conditions and event crowds.

Information reviewed against official MARTA and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport resources on November 9, 2026. Current rules, station facilities and pickup locations may change; verify with the operators on your travel day.