Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic, located 7 miles south of downtown Atlanta. With five runways including the longest at 12,390 feet, ATL accommodates every aircraft in existence including the largest VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves as a major business hub for Fortune 500 companies including Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, and UPS. Dedicated FBO facilities from Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation provide private terminals with full VIP services. Estimated charter rates to Atlanta via ATL: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
For most Atlanta-bound private jet clients, our brokers recommend DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK) or Fulton County Airport (FTY) which offer significantly faster ground handling without commercial congestion. PDK is particularly popular with executives heading to Buckhead, Midtown, and the northern suburbs where most corporate headquarters are located.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any aircraft land at Atlanta ATL?
Yes. Hartsfield-Jackson's 12,390-foot runway accommodates any aircraft in existence including Boeing 747s, Airbus A380s, and all VIP-configured airliners. It's a Category IIIb ILS airport for all-weather operations.
Why choose DeKalb-Peachtree over ATL for private jets?
DeKalb-Peachtree (PDK) has no commercial traffic, faster ground handling, and is located in north Atlanta near Buckhead and the corporate business district. Most executives heading to Atlanta's commercial centers prefer PDK over ATL.
Does Atlanta ATL have customs?
Yes. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is a major international port of entry with extensive U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities, ideal for transatlantic, Caribbean, Latin American, and African private jet arrivals.
Aircraft Compatible with Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Based on the longest runway (12,390 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L/27R | 12,390 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 08R/26L | 9,999 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 08L/26R | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 09R/27L | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 10/28 | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
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Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
ABY — Albany
Athens Ben Epps Airport
AHN — Athens
Fulton County Airport Brown Field
FTY — Atlanta
DeKalb Peachtree Airport
PDK — Atlanta
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field
KRYY — Atlanta
Augusta Regional At Bush Field
AGS — Augusta
Daniel Field
DNL — Augusta
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
BQK — Brunswick
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- IATA Code
- ATL
- ICAO Code
- KATL
- Elevation
- 1,026 ft
- Runways
- 5
- Longest Runway
- 12,390 ft
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia