Hartsfield-Jackson Announces Temporary South Upper Outer Roadway Closure

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Monday, September 15th, 2025

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will temporarily close the South upper-level outer roadway lanes to support ongoing infrastructure improvements. The closure will start on Friday, Sept. 12, at 10 p.m. and last until Monday, Sept. 15, at 5 a.m.

During this period, the upper-level inner lanes along the South Terminal and the lower roadway will remain open.

Here are the impact and mitigation plans for this closure:

ParkATL Shuttle Pick-up

  • Relocated to the South lower level outside Door LS2.

  • Passengers can use either the escalators or the elevators to go down from the South Baggage Claim.

  • Customer Service Representatives and directional signage will be stationed at the S5 South Baggage Claim door to assist passengers.

Shuttle Drop-off

  • Relocated to the North lower level outside Door LN1.

  • Passengers may take escalators or elevators up from the lower level to enter North Baggage Claim.

  • Customer Service Representatives will be stationed at LN1 to assist.

Hourly Parking Customers

  • Rerouted within the parking deck to the lower-level exit plaza for access onto the lower-level roadway.

 

Passenger Guidance

Passengers traveling during this period are encouraged to arrive early for terminal access and follow posted wayfinding signs and instructions from on-site personnel.

Another option for driving passengers is to use the ATL West Parking Deck.

For real-time updates, visit ATL.com or follow ATL on social media channels.