Airport

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (code: ATL) is a major hub for Delta and Southwest Airlines. The airport is located in the southwest corner of the metropolitan area. http://www.atl.com/


Ground transportation

Train:   The simplest way to reach GSU campus and nearby hotels is to take the MARTA rail system. Fare cards can be purchased at the machines just outside baggage claim in the domestic terminal of the airport (round-trip fare is $5, plus $2 for a reloadable fare card). Fares are assessed per ride, regardless of length of trip. The ride from the airport to downtown is approximately 25 minutes. All trains departing from the airport will make stops in downtown Atlanta. Peachtree Center Station is the stop that is nearest to the Department of Physics and Astronomy, as well as the hotels listed as suggested lodging options. Route maps, fares, and schedules can be found at www.itsmarta.com.

Taxi:   Taxis are available at the taxi stand outside the airport. Fares to downtown Atlanta are a flat rate of $30, with an additional $2 per passenger. Fares to other locations are metered.

Uber/Lyft:   Effective 1 January 2017, rideshare companies are allowed to pick up passengers at ATL airport. An additional fee of $3.85, on top of the general service fare, is assessed for airport taxes.


Rental Cars

Most of the usual rental car companies operate out of Hartsfield-Jackson airport. Parking at downtown hotels is generally subject to a daily fee.

There is campus parking for visitors in the T Deck next door to the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The current parking rate is $7/day. More information can be found on this page.