Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and a major transportation hub in the US Southeast. Hartsfield-Jackson, the busiest airport in the world by passenger count, has its own MARTA rail station. Summers are hot and humid and winters mild.
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10 miles (16 km) from the city centre. 106.3 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Train | MARTA Red or Gold Line from the Airport station in the domestic terminal | $2.50 one way |
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.
Since May 7, 2025, TSA requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license (star marking), an enhanced license, or an alternative such as a valid US passport or military ID at airport checkpoints. Travelers under 18 do not need ID when flying with a companion who has acceptable ID.
Average highs reach about 87 to 90 F from June to August, so spring and autumn are milder, with April highs near 74 F and October near 74 F.
Busiest: Jun-Aug. Quieter shoulder season: Mar-May, Sep-Nov.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54°F (12°C) | 36°F (2°C) |
| Feb | 58°F (14°C) | 39°F (4°C) |
| Mar | 66°F (19°C) | 45°F (7°C) |
| Apr | 74°F (23°C) | 52°F (11°C) |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 61°F (16°C) |
| Jun | 87°F (31°C) | 69°F (21°C) |
| Jul | 90°F (32°C) | 72°F (22°C) |
| Aug | 89°F (32°C) | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sep | 84°F (29°C) | 66°F (19°C) |
| Oct | 74°F (23°C) | 55°F (13°C) |
| Nov | 64°F (18°C) | 44°F (7°C) |
| Dec | 56°F (13°C) | 38°F (3°C) |
Atlanta is served by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport handled about 106.3 million passengers in 2025.
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly. Since May 7, 2025, TSA requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license (star marking), an enhanced license, or an alternative such as a valid US passport or military ID at airport checkpoints. Travelers under 18 do not need ID when flying with a companion who has acceptable ID.
Average highs reach about 87 to 90 F from June to August, so spring and autumn are milder, with April highs near 74 F and October near 74 F.
MARTA Red or Gold Line from the Airport station in the domestic terminal, $2.50 one way.
Atlanta uses the US dollar (USD).
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.