Ahead of the busy Independence Day holiday travel period, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is providing tips to passengers to navigate the Airport’s increased traffic volume. More than 4 million passengers are expected to travel to, from, or through ATL beginning Friday, June 26, through Tuesday, July 7. Friday, July 26 is projected to be the busiest day with more than 370,000 passengers traveling through ATL.   

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Passengers should arrive at the Airport at least two-and-a-half hours before their scheduled departure times for domestic flights and three hours for international flights. Passengers who require wheelchair assistance or have ADA requirements are recommended to add 30 minutes to those arrival times.

ATL’s website, ATL.com, provides current information about parking options, security wait times, and concessionaire options. Passengers are also encouraged to monitor the Airport’s social media channels (@ATLairport) and the social media channels of their airlines for updates. 

All Passengers 18 years and older must present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification to pass through security checkpoints. Check your driver’s license or state-issued ID for a star symbol in the upper right or left corner.

Passengers also are encouraged to thoroughly inspect their luggage and belongings before arriving at the Airport to ensure they are not bringing prohibited items through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint. All firearms and ammunition must be packaged appropriately and placed in checked bags. To remain compliant with TSA regulations, visit the “What Can I Bring?” page on TSA.gov for more detailed information.

Green-vested ATL Customer Service Representatives are available to provide travelers with answers, directions, and tips.