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Parking at Atlanta Airport

Located in the eastern part of the United States, Atlanta Airport serves as the principal air travel hub of North America. It is located within two hours flight of 80% of the United States.

The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International is the busiest airport in the world. Last year, 104 million passengers passed through its hub. It serves as the primary hub for Delta and is a major entry point for international travel.

Atlanta Airport offers two types of parking for both international and domestic travelers. International short-term parking costs $3 per hour for the first two hours and $4 per hour for the next three hours. There is also an international hourly lot. The International Hourly lot has around 1,100 parking spaces. These parking spaces start at $3 per hour and are located near check-in.

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There are also two types of long-term parking. The International Park-Ride lot is located west of Loop Road. This lot is connected to the international terminal by a shuttle bus. It has 2,400 parking spaces. It also offers EV charging stations. The shuttle service picks up at the Arrivals hall and drops off at the departures level.

The Gold Reserve Parking lot offers a limited number of reserved parking spots for frequent flyers. It is located near the South and North terminals. To join the Gold Reserve Parking program, you must pay a transponder fee and an activation fee. You will also need to pay a minimum usage cost of $400.

Car Rental Options at Atlanta Airport

Whether you need a rental car for business or pleasure, Atlanta Airport offers a wide variety of car rentals to meet your needs. The airport has a Rental Car Center and many car rental agencies that will make your trip as easy as possible.

Renting a car at Atlanta airport allows you to travel on your own schedule and explore the area at your own pace. You can take your time to find the perfect spot to spend the day, or you can take a quick trip to the nearby Georgia International Convention Center.

When you arrive at Atlanta International Airport, you can choose from thirteen car rental agencies. The main brands include Dollar, Enterprise, National, and Alamo. You can also rent from off-airport suppliers, such as Budget Car and Truck Rental of Atlanta.

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Before you pick up your rental car, make sure you have a valid photo ID. Companies may also require a valid credit card with a limit on the rental cost. You should also make sure you know where the rental car fleet is located.

You can pick up your rental car by going to the Rental Car Center on the Ground Transportation Zone. This is an area west of the terminal building. The car rental companies will be located in a separate building.

The car rental center is connected to the airport via the ATL SkyTrain. The SkyTrain will take you to the airport terminals in about fifteen minutes.

Airport Transport Information

Whether you are traveling to Atlanta for business or pleasure, there are many ways to get around the city. There are airport shuttles, taxis, and buses that will take you to your hotel. These options are convenient and allow you to get to your destination quickly.

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, or MARTA, operates public transportation in Atlanta. The airport is served by MARTA's Red and Gold lines. The Gold line will take you directly to Buckhead, Downtown Atlanta, Lindbergh Center, and Sandy Springs. You can also use the Red line to get to Dunwoody, Decatur, or Medical Center.

There are also regional shuttles that run between the airport and cities outside of metro Atlanta. You can make reservations for these buses. They leave the airport every 30 to 60 minutes. You can also use Uber or Lyft to get to the airport. These services are not the cheapest options, but they are convenient.

There are also private transfers that you can hire. Some of these shuttles offer drinks, snacks, and WiFi. If you have a rental car, you can also get to the airport with your car. The Rental Car Center will accept your car seven days a week.

The ATL Airport shuttle runs a service to downtown Atlanta every fifteen minutes. The service covers Fulton, DeKalb, and Clayton counties. The bus stops at the Ground Transportation Center, located between the Domestic South and North Terminals.

The Plane Train operates on a three-mile loop track and connects all concourses to the international terminals. It also connects all terminals to the Domestic Terminal.

What are the cheapest times to rent a car in Atlanta airport?

Average price for 7 days rental:

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    154$
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    133$
  • March
    154$
  • April
    189$
  • May
    224$
  • June
    245$
  • July
    287$
  • August
    322$
  • September
    224$
  • October
    224$
  • November
    154$
  • December
    245$
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    154$
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    133$
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    154$
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    189$
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    224$
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    245$
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    287$
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    322$
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    224$
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    224$
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    154$
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    245$

List of required documents

Attention!

A valid international driving license is required

1. Driver license
2. Credit card
3. Voucher
4. Passport

Answers to popular questions

A rental car typically costs 22$ a day. However, the costs start at 9$ per day and can go as high as 93$ per day. The final price is directly influenced by the category of rental vehicles, the vehicle's features, your age, the date of booking, the length of the rental, etc.

Third-party liability insurance is mandatory in Atlanta airport for any car rental. This is typically offered at no extra cost with most rental car agencies.
You should consider getting a CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) and theft insurance, although it's not required. If you want to upgrade your coverage, the ideal time to do so is when you first make your reservation.
Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

Traveling by car lets you explore at your own pace. It's nice to be able to avoid congested bus or rail schedules and travel early or late.

You can rent almost any kind of car in Atlanta airport, from small, cheap cars to high-end ones. Here are some things you might want to think about:

A size of the car: A bigger car may be more comfortable on the highway, but many beautiful villages in Atlanta airport have narrow streets. Parking garages are often small, and getting in and out of them can be a nightmare. Citroen C1 is the most well-liked model among economy classes in Atlanta airport. From EUROPCAR the daily rate for this vehicle begins at 13$. For those who want some extra comfort and have the appropriate budget, EAST COAST is ready to offer a Business-class model - Audi A6, price starts at 56$ per day.
Most rental cars in Atlanta airport are manual, but more and more automatic cars are becoming available. Automatic cars usually cost more to rent, and if your license only lets you drive an automatic car, you won't be able to rent a stick shift car.

According to the rental policies of all car rental agencies, you can book the vehicle's essential features, but not a specific model. Because a specific model can break, be involved in an accident, be held by the prior tenant, etc. Your voucher will have a code that specifies the major parameters (e.g. CDAR). The following table provides code decoding:

Car rental models

A credit card is required by almost all rental companies. Cards that are electronic, virtual, or debit may not be accepted. If you acquire complete insurance coverage straight from the rental company's office, certain firms may, as an exception, take a debit card.

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