I think your wife makes a great addition to your channel. She's articulate and has a good sense of humor. I too freak out over short connections. I'd rather have a longer layover than a short one. My first trip, since the pandemic, is coming up and I am nervous... it's a long haul.
I just watched this this morning. Yesterday, I was flying into Detroit from Munich on Delta. Had 35 minutes to catch my next leg, and my dad and I were able to make it through global entry, customs, TSA pre-check, and onto our next plane within 25 minutes. I was so impressed. Checked bags even made it!
Your wife is great in videos! She has brought a unique new aspect to the channel and I think you guys will do great. The next level is here for you guys and I’m excited for you!
honestly, this is really reassuring for someone who has been researching a specific flight for future travel that only has a connection time of 50 minutes and no other options.
You two are adorable! Enjoying seeing Suzanne in front of the camera. Recently had a connection in ATL on a trip from RSW to DEN. Had to change concourses, too. 1.5 hours was sufficient but I didn’t dawdle! DEN, my home airport, isn’t exactly small, but ATL still gives me anxiety!
As someone who just flew through it, DEN itself is a garbage airport compared to ATL. It's so far from the main city, and is super confusing to leave and enter. The staff at DEN is amazing though.
Super late, but I had a 1 hr connection at DEN coming from LAS, a departure delay caused me to have a literally 3 minute connection in DEN. Luckily incoming plane was late and we made it in time.
I am so thankful for watching this video! We made a late connection (MCO-ATL) on 4/14 at 5:30, and had 20 minutes to go from Term. B to Term. E for our 20th Anniversary trip to Dublin - with checked bags!!! AND WE MADE IT!!! I have so much confidence in Hartsfield-Jackson airport and Delta in the ATL!!! THANK YOU JEB for showing us it can be done. Maybe with some heart palpitations, but it is possible!
I worked for Virgin Atlantic and we used same check-in software as Delta. We are monitoring connections all day, the system alerts us of tight connections and predicted misconnects. We got eyes on you the whole time :)
Jeb- we are leisure travelers and have done some international travel. I absolutely love your channel and travel vicariously with you. With all the negative things in the news and on the net- it is so nice to have such a positive and uplifting channel like yours. Now that Suzanne has joined you on some of your videos they are even more enjoyable. Safe travels and hope to see you in the air.
I've been wanting to take a flight like this for the fun of it. Or the hell of it? ATL is my favorite airport because it's very efficient. I hardly ever feel held back there. Also, Charleston is a beautiful city. One of my favorite places in the US.
One thing that wasn't mentioned, at least for Delta, is that if you have a tight connection they will print "HOT" on the tag, so it's in the system that it should be one of the first ones off the plane when you land at the connection airport.
I had a relatively tight connection with Thai Airways, and they also tagged my luggage with a "Hot Transfer" tag. So it's not just a Delta thing it seems.
it isn't to make it come off first, rather it tells the ramp crew to route it immediately to the next gate upon offload, rather than to the "cold" holdroom where bags with longer connections wait
We had a 42 minute connection at ATL in 2019 with a family of 6. Mom was in a wheelchair and we had an escort which is totally what saved us! He knew exactly where he was going.
@@GreenerGrass your videos are great I watched a lot of travel videos because I don't get to travel much myself but through the magic of TH-cam I can go anywhere I want to thanks again
I grew up flying through Atlanta (RDU to BHM monthly), so I know the airport pretty well. But next month I’m flying with my two kids from Tokyo to Detroit, Detroit to Atlanta and then Atlanta to Birmingham. The Atlanta layover is only 35 minutes. I’m freaking out about it. On my own I wouldn’t sweat it. Thanks for this video. I needed the motivation!
You need to call Delta and ask if 35 minutes is a "legal" amount of time to change planes. If yes then you are OK as missing your connection just means you + your luggage will simply be re-booked on a later flight. HOWEVER, if 35 minutes is > not < a legal connection time then you need to change your tickets. If you bought your tickets from Delta then you are probably OK except you will probably miss your onward flight and delta will re-book you. If you bought your tickets from a travel agency then they may have sold you tickets that won't be honored by Delta if you miss your connection due to the too-short connection time. .
@@barryfletcher7136 Amen to that! My original itinerary was Haneda to Atlanta, three hour layover, then on the Birmingham. (It’s only a two hour drive to Birmingham, but that’s beside the point.) Especially after an international flight, i want three hours to stretch my legs, grab some real food and just unwind before the next leg.
@@johnp.9725 I was gonna say: at least if you miss your ATL-BHM flight, you could conceivably rent a car and drive it out. But even a two hour drive from the ATL madness to the BHM madness is a lot to ask of someone who just spent 15 hours on a flight from Tokyo!!
We have a saying here in the South that wherever your destination may be after you die, you have to go through Atlanta to get there. My house is literally one mile from Hartfield-Jackson and another true marvel about the airport is despite the proximity, I never hear air noise except when heavy storms move into the area and the take-off trajectories are changed to avoid the storm. This terminal was opened in 1981, replacing the old airport and she’s not the prettiest or most sophisticated airport, but she sure gets the job done.
Given it started as a hub for connecting passenger trains and now does the same for flights, I wonder how commonly it's used as a hub for Greyhound routes 😅
@@pokemonred2005 Correct. Atlanta was originally named Terminus because the southern railroads service used it as a merging location. I believe it also serves as the hub for bus travel, for when the interstates were constructed, they mirrored the old train lines making Atlanta the connection for Interstate 75, 85 and 20.
@@grievousangelic SO TRUE. Living on the Southside I could be across town in 12 minutes as long as I avoided rush hour. That was a decade ago and now rush hour is pretty much 24/7.
I missed the old days when US airways and Southwest would let you make 20 minute connections. It is really amazing how fast bags get off one aircraft and get on another aircraft. I just recently had a 25 minute layover in Denver because of a delay on the inbound aircraft I was flying on. I love a 1 hour connection. It is my sweet spot. I have had many Delta quick turns and I seek out these walk off and walk on flights. Delta is usually good at quick turns. I have had a failure with United with a quick turn but it was foggy weather. I LOVE to feel the RUSH. A tip I have is to use the magazine's airport maps to see where you need to walk to. These are usually at the end of the magazine with aircraft dimensions. TripIt I found tells you how long it will take you to walk it. Love the videos. Keep up the great work. Calm down, we will make it is what I told my brother recently.
I had an experience with US Airways once connecting LGA-PIT-DFW. The LGA-PIT leg was delayed (of course), and the PIT-DFW leg was already fully boarded (except for me) when we landed in PIT. The FAs asked everyone to remain seated when we got to the gate, and had me deplane first. Fortunately I only had a carry-on and they held the PIT-DFW flight for me! I was coming back from a funeral, and this show of kindness helped make it a better experience.
I was flying back from LaGuardia last September. I had to run and get a rapid COVID test, and then I had to run to the Delta Terminal to check in and then go through security. And boy, everything they say about LaGuardia is true. Security was a nightmare to get through. Not only that, the gate agents weren't even sure if they could let me on the plane, so I was stuck at the gate, while a full plane of passengers were probably anxious to get home to Minneapolis from New York. When all was said and done, I made it. Needless to say though, it was a rough experience. I completely understand your anxiety, Jeb. It's scary cutting it that close. And I didn't even have a connection!
As an above wing agent, I'm very interested in the results of this test. I want to give the best information possible about Atl connection times. Thank you Jeb, I love your videos! I'm able to give better info because of your videos. I'm really curious about the checked bag.
I've been flying through ATL on Delta for the last 25-plus years. Typically 8-10 times a year and mostly for international flights. It is a big airport but overall it's run well. I've almost never experienced a delay or cancellation. My suggestion for MCTs for ATL: 90 minutes for domestic and 3 hours for international flights.
If you don't mind, could I get your thoughts on an upcoming trip I have? I'm connecting to an ATL-LHW flight in February, where I'll have an hour and 25 minutes layover assuming no delays. My only other option was 5 hours, so I took the hour and 25. Do you think I should be able to make it to the flight? It'll be my first time in ATL solo, the last time I was in ATL I was a kid.
Couple comments: Ask the flight attendant to make an announcement for people to stay in their seats that do not have a connecting flight so people with a short period of time to make their connections, also that wheel chairs are there with personnel to push them. I almost missed a connection when Delta did not of people ready to get me to my next connection. I ended up walking which is hard for me.
This comment is a year old, but the flight attendants no longer do this. At least on Delta. I was told this by an FA themselves, said it's new company policy.
39 minutes? No problem- as long as your first flight was on time. That would have been my chief concern. Even a 10 minute delays turns a “comfortable” connection into a chaotic one.
I made a 38 minute connection last week in ATL, we left late the jetway was malfunctioning when we arrived and I was mid plane but I made it. There is a map on the ATL site that shows how long it takes to get to your gate, it’s helpful.
Behind every good man is a good woman. Good job Susanne! If i ever had to navigate Atlanta I would pray that you guys were on my flight! Thanks another Great video!
there is a term for these types of connections called SHOCON. aka short connection. and usually, bags that are shocon will likely be put on the plane last and taken off first. there may even be a dedicated cart that brings over those bags to the new plane from the old plane without all the hassle of going through the bagage system.
Jeb & Suzanne, I'll give you props for deliberately booking a potentially challenging connection with that short layover time. I've never done this intentionally, but flight schedules and fate have had me making similar short connecting times from ATL to TRI on flights originating from SMF several times over the years. However, your attitude makes all of this well worth the experience. My own experiences have also enabled me to have a better attitude as well. Thank God that ATL has the best tram system in the entire country for connecting to these terminals. Thank you. 😊
Missed my 36 minute connection through ATL just yesterday as a matter of fact. Route was FLL-ATL-MSP. First leg was delayed 15 minutes which would have been fine as that flight typically lands early. Mother Nature had other plans and we had to fly around a storm adding about 30 minutes. Was auto re-booked on a new flight today but luckily ATL-MSP being hub to hub I was able to get one of the last seats on the last flight out yesterday. Oh and the planes were 757s so a 36 minute connection having to change terminals in that airport is insane.
Thank you for mentioning the importance of the aircraft used. Most don’t consider how long it will take them to get off an airplane through a single door, because that’s all we in the US are mentally capable of doing. De-planing a full regional jet takes about 15-20 minutes. A full A320/737 takes about 30-40 minutes, from the point the plane opens the door to empty. A 757 will take up to 45. Twin aisle planes are slightly more efficient, but also larger, so an A330/787 (shorter versions) will take the same 45, but longer versions and A350/777s can take 50+. If you have an additional jetway, that will at least deplane the premium passengers separately. The A380 manages to do it in the same 50 minutes (approximately) because it uses 3 jetways. So yes, sitting in the front of a tiny jet may take 5 minutes to get out, but in the back of a big one may take 30+ minutes.
Ah yes. Summer thunderstorms in the Southeast. Such fun. And you never know who's gonna get it. Fly before about 3 p.m. when you can, before the daytime heating really gets them going. Not always possible, I realize.
Although we Georgians don't always love ATL, we do love how efficient it is. I'v never had any problems in years of comings and goings. Like Apple, it just works.
Your video was very educational for me, thank you! I recently got a job at Delta as a ticket/gate agent, so now I have more of bigger a picture of those tight connections. Safe travels to you both 😀
This happened to me before in 2012. We had 33 minutes and we still had time to talk to the pilot (I was a little kid and the flight attendant of the previous flight took me to meet the pilots and tour the cockpit after we landed) and also get something to eat.
Short layovers are stressful, I prefer longer layovers. Last year I was flying with Alaska from BIL-SJC (which is my home airport) and had a connection through PDX, it was only 30 minutes. Originally it was gonna be 50 minutes but we took off 20 minutes late so the layover for shortened. I was so insanely worried, I remember sprinting out the plane and across the concourse thinking I wouldn’t make it. But I got lucky, the airport was pretty empty and I didn’t have to switch terminals, so I made it to my gate with plenty of time to spare. Was even able to use the bathroom and get McDonald’s before boarding
Well I live in Atlanta so I've never had a connection in Atlanta! But yes it does seem ridiculously stressful. Edit: The advantage of living in a massive hub airport: No connections! Or at least, very few connections even if you're flying to tiny places like Jakcson Hole or something.
Same here, I live in ATL so I never connect through ATL - except once! Kind of convoluted but I had been to Denver to visit a family member, then was going to Jacksonville to visit another family member before going back home. So I did connect through ATL which was a first for me. I BARELY made the connection, and only by running through the concourse to my next gate.
ATL is my home airport and I've learned to navigate it pretty well. This was entertaining. The evening is a bit more challenging because sometimes the train isn't running.
Thank you for this video. as a novice flyer, I booked a delta flight with a 40 minute layover in ATL. I have flight anxiety and the thought of missing a flight really stressed me out. I'm watching so many videos on how to navigate ATL so that I don't get lost once I deplane, and seeing your video really reassured me. Thank you so much!
@@sydneyh400 I made it! My layover was only 45 minutes and if I remember correctly I had to go from the end of concourse A to E. I moved my seat closer to the front of the plane so I was actually able to deplane quickly but as soon as I got off the plane I had to start running cause they were already boarding my next flight! Never thought I'd be that person running through an airport! made it there as they were getting ready to board main cabin 1.
@@sydneyh400 my biggest tip to you is to download and get familiar with the ATL map and where the terminals are located. I watch a couple video tours of ATL here om youTube and because of that i knew exactly where to turn and run to once I got off the plane! ATL is HUGE and it's the last place where you want to get lost!
pro tip: if you're making a connecting flight, always use the same airlines. DO NOT go for different airlines cause if something goes wrong they won't be responsible for eachother.
Yeah this is good advice. I recently had to take an International flight out of KSFO but I had to take a connecting flight on Alaskan. We had like 2 hours to get to our gate and get our boarding passes.
also it helps with bags as you normally have to checkin separately (unless they are both part of les say Star Alliance, One World etc.) Even international->National flights have bagage drop-of after you cleared customs, super efficient
That’s not entirely correct. The issue isn’t different airlines, but rather separate tickets. Different airlines on a single ticket are still responsible for your entire itinerary. On the other hand, if you purchase separate tickets on the same airline, they are not responsible for your connection.
It's fine for codeshare routes (e.g. Delta-KLM) since the entire trip would be booked under one of the airline's flight numbers and reservation number (e.g. Delta flight numbers with a Delta confirmation number for a Delta-to-KLM connection). They route bags and communicate to the other airline that you are a connecting passenger. If something goes wrong at that point, it's the responsibility of the airline you booked. I would be hesitant on any interline connections (with separate flight numbers and/or reservation numbers). Yes they have an agreement to route bags, but I avoid it nowadays. I had a United-USAir HNL-SFO-PHL flight in the past (when US Air was still around and they had an interline agreement with fellow StarAlliance member United). When I got to PHL and USAir didn't have my checked bag, they basically said "it wasn't our fault". I still got the bag at the end of the day (the bag got on a later USAir flight and they delivered it to my house). But I definitely was not happy and I wouldn't try that again.
I came up from Orlando on a Delta L1011 to Atlanta in 1994. Horrible storms delayed my flight and connection to Denver. I saw so many Delta planes it made my head spin. My special meal went bye bye. But I got to Denver to start my Parks and Canyonlands trip. Greetings from Melbourne down under. Thanks to Delta for their kind help to a young tourist from far away.
haha, loved the bloopers :) Even though you had great weather and flights, I have had a flight when my leg was broken, my flight from Melbourne to Sydney was delayed, when I at last got to Sydney my plane was supposed to take off in 5 mins, as soon as I got out of my Melbourne flight, a lovely ground crew gave me a wheel chair and wheeled me to my next flight. They held it back just for me!! I have lots of faith in the airport system, at least in Australia!!
I had a 1h 20min connection at Heathrow yesterday, from VS at T3 to Aer Lingus at T2, I made it in plenty of time but bags did not. Thankfully they made the next flight and got delivered to me today but I was told checking in that 1h 20 is too short at Heathrow between terminals. MCT in LHR is 90mins for inter terminals, 60min for same terminal. Atlanta is excellent! Great video, thanks very much for sharing!
Dear Jeb and Suzzane: I think the two of you make such a beautiful couple and you are both extremely lucky to have each other and have such beautiful humanity... The two can make such a difference in the world if you decide to add in your trips a human factor in your adventures. You don't need examples for the two of you are bright and imaginative and add a mission every time you fly to help others in need. You could ask Unicef or any organization if you could become an envoy of goodwill every time you fly... Just the two of going to a children's hospital and bringing that beautiful energy and making the kids laugh with funny stories and anecdotes from your trips and adventures and, of course, without saying, to bring some toys to them... You remember how good it felt to have a toy or something when you were sick and family members came to visit you and cheer you up. So, think about it, you can make such a difference... The two of you are simply magical together... May G_d bless you abundantly.
I had a 53 minute layover in Denver and was very much freaking out the entire time. I was blessed in the end, we landed like 5 minutes early and landed at gate A27 and took off from gate A29. I felt so relieved at that point.
Thank you for this video! I've been freaking out about a flight we're taking from Greenville/Spartanburg to Okinawa to soon with a connection time I feel is inadequate. We connect in Atlanta to get to Toyoko. My husband, who used to travel a lot for work, says we have plenty of time to reach our connection, and Delta assured me it's within a the "legal" amount of time for a connection. I feel a bit more positive about our chances after watching this.
I'll be going through Atlanta in November coming out of Amsterdam and going to Tampa. My original schedule had a 2hrs5m layover, which I ultimately decided would be a bit short. I'd have to get from concourse E to F walking, go through CBP, get my suitcase, go through customs, drop off my suitcase, go through security and get to the gate for my connecting flight (probably at concourse A or B). For me, that was just cutting it too close, so I've changed my connecting flight, so I'll have 4hrs15m, which gives me a lot of peace of mind 🙂
Oh I’m so glad you flew the 717… I got a flight on a Delta 717 in a couple days. Lucky me, I have a layover in Atlanta, said nobody ever 😂 but I do have a 2.5 hour layover, so that’s nice. Congratulations on 400k! Love your videos!
I've missed flights before just because my flight was way late. Never had an issue getting on the next flight even with the rock bottom non-refundable non-changeable flights even when the booking was done on a separate ticket. It's helpful to choose the airline with the most frequent trips just in case you miss a particular connecting flight. One time my flight was late and the connecting flight was on the same airline. The connecting plane left the gate but the staff figured out there was a small group of passengers arriving late for their connection. She used her radio to stop the plane and got us on a bus to get to the plane. The baggage made it on time as well. You need part 2 of this video--the terminal doesn't look that busy--must pick a busy time.
I always allow a 4 hour layover in Atlanta coming from an international flight connecting to a domestic one. So I don't have to rush, have time to eat and enjoy strolling around the terminal.
You should do some more economy videos! Especially Delta. I’ve been watching this channel since 20K subscribers, and one of the things I’ve loved most is the Delta content. I would love to see a regional economy video on a Delta Embraer E-175! There’s not very many good trip reports of the Delta E-175 on TH-cam, and even fewer cover what the average American flies-economy. I would love to see it from this channel!
Charleston is my home airport. I currently live and work in Norway. All of my flights to Norway from Charleston fly through Atlanta and I have had the llllooooonnnnnggggg connection; 4 hours +. My close connection is Amsterdam to Oslo at an hour and five mins. That one is very tight and normally my luggage doesn't make it. Enjoy your videos!! Keep up the great work!!
thanks for making this video. I'm nervous about my 55-minute layover at ATL. Your video definitely helped my nerves a little bit, crossing my fingers on making it on time.
I fly through atl for day trips about once a month. Typically this starts at CHA my home airport then ATL and on to my meeting for the day. RDU, GSP, CLT, DTW, JFK, DCA or another east-coast airport. And then back. This means usually 4 flights in one day and with generally close connections. Only a handful of times have issues prevented me from making the appointments. I fly mostly Delta and they have an amazing team and do a fantastic job providing safe and on-time flights. BONUS: I usually prefer an hour connection time in ATL. (Now I know why you were seated way back there) from my instagram comment. Also love your content. :) Thanks for sharing!
Incredibly anxious about a 43 minute layover in ATL this week. This video was super helpful with easing at least some of my anxiety. Biggest fear is getting on the wrong train.
Im with Jeb. 2-3 hour connections is my preference. Less drama if your flight is a bit late and gives you time to get a snack, go to the restroom and people watch in the terminal.
Atlanta is an extremely well run machine, as is Delta. Connecting with good weather through Atlanta is never as terrifying as connecting on American through ORD was back in the day.
We had a trip like that back in April. Didn't get to see much of CLT airport, we ran from one concourse to another and just made it, amazingly our checked bags made it too!
And I just had to do this again last night. CLT -> ATL -> SLC with a 56 minute connection, the CLT-ATL flight got delayed 30 minutes, meaning that by the time we were off the plane we had about 10 minutes to go from E30 to B7. Made it, but just barely. Our bags made it too. The Delta app actually tried to rebook our flight out of CLT to 8:40 the next morning, but I didn't see the notification until I was on the ground in ATL.
Not gonna lie, but I’m stressed watching this video lol I absolutely love this test. I have been very close to missing my connection in Atlanta. I was running through the airport like a mad woman but Delta staff was incredible and they held the plane for me because they knew about my first flight being delayed. It was awkward boarding alone when everyone was already seated.
I have had short connections like that at ATL, MSP and SLC. I have made all of them, but I do try and sit toward the front of the plane on most of my flights. If I am flying international I usually try to give myself at least a couple hours at the connecting airport in case of delays. That came in handy one time when I was supposed to have 5 or 6 hours at LAX before flying to New Zealand. I was delayed for about 3 hours in SLC due to having to change aircraft. I was traveling on separate tickets for the domestic and international parts of that trip because it was cheaper. When I arrived at LAX I had to get my bag, check in with Air New Zealand and go back through security, ended up with almost 2 hours to spare by time I was through security! Going back to Australia and New Zealand later this year, hopefully no issues!
Love how Suzanne went from very off camera "creative director" to getting married (poor girl lol) and is now a video star. It's the best! Love your content J&S!
OMG I love your channel! I recently flew too ATL for the first time and there airport is amazing. Really had fun riding the plane train and exploring some different terminals as I waited for my flight. The 30 min delay wasn’t bad considering I got to see the airport and planes take off
There used to be this 16 min connection that originated in TYS if you were headed to BOS in Dulles that required an actual bus to get to the plane, and omg the tears shed/sprints dashed in that terminal were epic.
I leave at least an hour and a half for domestic travel and 3 hours for international flights. But I prefer as much time as possible because I hate to run to gates. I once "missed" my connection in Detroit because my first flight arrived late. The gate agent called and got permission to reopen the door to allow me to board the flight due to the fact the plane was still parked at the gate. All the seats were taken, so they bumped up to first/business class. This was on Northwest. I used to fly through ATL all the time, and I learned to leave as much time as possible due to the size of the airport. I spent a night there in some big chair due to a blizzard which hit Long Island the day after Christmas which closed all NY airports.
Anyone else love these nerve racking videos from Jeb? First there’s Hub Hopping, and now there’s the MCT video?! What’s next?! I can’t wait to know!
Thanks! Great question…what should be next?! 🤔
@@GreenerGrass hub hopping with One World or with Southwest Airlines!
@@carlvincent12 What about hub hopping, but if he flies through an airport with a train, he has to take it on a full loop!
@@GreenerGrass CLT-ATL-LAX-SEA-ORD-JFK in 24 hours, basically full circle round the USA
@@GreenerGrass How about GSO-DTW-ICN-SIN-SYD-JFK-GSO! The world tour!
I think your wife makes a great addition to your channel. She's articulate and has a good sense of humor. I too freak out over short connections. I'd rather have a longer layover than a short one. My first trip, since the pandemic, is coming up and I am nervous... it's a long haul.
Safe journey and clear skies to you!
And she's good looking too.
@@davidtaylor954 ay that’s the man’s wife
I just watched this this morning. Yesterday, I was flying into Detroit from Munich on Delta. Had 35 minutes to catch my next leg, and my dad and I were able to make it through global entry, customs, TSA pre-check, and onto our next plane within 25 minutes. I was so impressed. Checked bags even made it!
What was your final city?
Had back-to-back experiences like that by running. Didn't have my boarding pass and didn't know where the gate was. What a rush!
“We’re at A24”
Love how you walk by the gate going to Ft Lauderdale. The small jokes you make on your videos really make me laugh. Thanks Jeb!
I think he meant “we are at” as in “we are currently walking by,” because the gate the ended up at was A30
Your wife is great in videos! She has brought a unique new aspect to the channel and I think you guys will do great. The next level is here for you guys and I’m excited for you!
honestly, this is really reassuring for someone who has been researching a specific flight for future travel that only has a connection time of 50 minutes and no other options.
You two are adorable! Enjoying seeing Suzanne in front of the camera. Recently had a connection in ATL on a trip from RSW to DEN. Had to change concourses, too. 1.5 hours was sufficient but I didn’t dawdle! DEN, my home airport, isn’t exactly small, but ATL still gives me anxiety!
Yep they seem like they are made for each other.
ATL is just a sea of people. It's enough to give the most seasoned traveler anxiety!
As someone who just flew through it, DEN itself is a garbage airport compared to ATL. It's so far from the main city, and is super confusing to leave and enter. The staff at DEN is amazing though.
Super late, but I had a 1 hr connection at DEN coming from LAS, a departure delay caused me to have a literally 3 minute connection in DEN. Luckily incoming plane was late and we made it in time.
I am so thankful for watching this video! We made a late connection (MCO-ATL) on 4/14 at 5:30, and had 20 minutes to go from Term. B to Term. E for our 20th Anniversary trip to Dublin - with checked bags!!! AND WE MADE IT!!! I have so much confidence in Hartsfield-Jackson airport and Delta in the ATL!!! THANK YOU JEB for showing us it can be done. Maybe with some heart palpitations, but it is possible!
I worked for Virgin Atlantic and we used same check-in software as Delta. We are monitoring connections all day, the system alerts us of tight connections and predicted misconnects. We got eyes on you the whole time :)
Jeb- we are leisure travelers and have done some international travel. I absolutely love your channel and travel vicariously with you. With all the negative things in the news and on the net- it is so nice to have such a positive and uplifting channel like yours. Now that Suzanne has joined you on some of your videos they are even more enjoyable. Safe travels and hope to see you in the air.
I've been wanting to take a flight like this for the fun of it. Or the hell of it? ATL is my favorite airport because it's very efficient. I hardly ever feel held back there. Also, Charleston is a beautiful city. One of my favorite places in the US.
Did you mean KATL?
I agree. Atlanta, despite its size was easy to traverse. Much less so was JFK. What a mess!
@@tommy2845 either way works
I love this “challenge” Jeb. Keep doing new videos… enjoying the randomness of the recent trains and planes
One thing that wasn't mentioned, at least for Delta, is that if you have a tight connection they will print "HOT" on the tag, so it's in the system that it should be one of the first ones off the plane when you land at the connection airport.
Another sign of why Delta is one of the best domestic carriers in the USA!
I had a relatively tight connection with Thai Airways, and they also tagged my luggage with a "Hot Transfer" tag. So it's not just a Delta thing it seems.
it isn't to make it come off first, rather it tells the ramp crew to route it immediately to the next gate upon offload, rather than to the "cold" holdroom where bags with longer connections wait
We had a 42 minute connection at ATL in 2019 with a family of 6. Mom was in a wheelchair and we had an escort which is totally what saved us! He knew exactly where he was going.
Great video guys - lot's of fun. And a massive congratulations on reaching 400k subs!!
Thanks, Dennis!
@@GreenerGrass your videos are great I watched a lot of travel videos because I don't get to travel much myself but through the magic of TH-cam I can go anywhere I want to thanks again
Omg the suspenseful music🤣🤣🤣. Great video as always, Jeb!
I grew up flying through Atlanta (RDU to BHM monthly), so I know the airport pretty well. But next month I’m flying with my two kids from Tokyo to Detroit, Detroit to Atlanta and then Atlanta to Birmingham. The Atlanta layover is only 35 minutes. I’m freaking out about it. On my own I wouldn’t sweat it. Thanks for this video. I needed the motivation!
You need to call Delta and ask if 35 minutes is a "legal" amount of time to change planes. If yes then you are OK as missing your connection just means you + your luggage will simply be re-booked on a later flight. HOWEVER, if 35 minutes is > not < a legal connection time then you need to change your tickets. If you bought your tickets from Delta then you are probably OK except you will probably miss your onward flight and delta will re-book you. If you bought your tickets from a travel agency then they may have sold you tickets that won't be honored by Delta if you miss your connection due to the too-short connection time. .
@@barryfletcher7136 thanks! I plan on calling delta anyway to get their advice and see what’s feasible.
@@johnp.9725 Personally, I prefer to have two or even three hours between flights.
@@barryfletcher7136 Amen to that! My original itinerary was Haneda to Atlanta, three hour layover, then on the Birmingham. (It’s only a two hour drive to Birmingham, but that’s beside the point.) Especially after an international flight, i want three hours to stretch my legs, grab some real food and just unwind before the next leg.
@@johnp.9725 I was gonna say: at least if you miss your ATL-BHM flight, you could conceivably rent a car and drive it out. But even a two hour drive from the ATL madness to the BHM madness is a lot to ask of someone who just spent 15 hours on a flight from Tokyo!!
We have a saying here in the South that wherever your destination may be after you die, you have to go through Atlanta to get there. My house is literally one mile from Hartfield-Jackson and another true marvel about the airport is despite the proximity, I never hear air noise except when heavy storms move into the area and the take-off trajectories are changed to avoid the storm. This terminal was opened in 1981, replacing the old airport and she’s not the prettiest or most sophisticated airport, but she sure gets the job done.
Given it started as a hub for connecting passenger trains and now does the same for flights, I wonder how commonly it's used as a hub for Greyhound routes 😅
@@pokemonred2005 Correct. Atlanta was originally named Terminus because the southern railroads service used it as a merging location. I believe it also serves as the hub for bus travel, for when the interstates were constructed, they mirrored the old train lines making Atlanta the connection for Interstate 75, 85 and 20.
@@thebigl156 Which causes all kinds of traffic specialness! The festive traffic is always a pleasure. 😉
@@grievousangelic SO TRUE. Living on the Southside I could be across town in 12 minutes as long as I avoided rush hour. That was a decade ago and now rush hour is pretty much 24/7.
I missed the old days when US airways and Southwest would let you make 20 minute connections. It is really amazing how fast bags get off one aircraft and get on another aircraft. I just recently had a 25 minute layover in Denver because of a delay on the inbound aircraft I was flying on. I love a 1 hour connection. It is my sweet spot. I have had many Delta quick turns and I seek out these walk off and walk on flights. Delta is usually good at quick turns. I have had a failure with United with a quick turn but it was foggy weather.
I LOVE to feel the RUSH. A tip I have is to use the magazine's airport maps to see where you need to walk to. These are usually at the end of the magazine with aircraft dimensions. TripIt I found tells you how long it will take you to walk it. Love the videos. Keep up the great work. Calm down, we will make it is what I told my brother recently.
I had an experience with US Airways once connecting LGA-PIT-DFW. The LGA-PIT leg was delayed (of course), and the PIT-DFW leg was already fully boarded (except for me) when we landed in PIT. The FAs asked everyone to remain seated when we got to the gate, and had me deplane first. Fortunately I only had a carry-on and they held the PIT-DFW flight for me! I was coming back from a funeral, and this show of kindness helped make it a better experience.
Suzanne is such a great addition to your videos!
I was flying back from LaGuardia last September. I had to run and get a rapid COVID test, and then I had to run to the Delta Terminal to check in and then go through security. And boy, everything they say about LaGuardia is true. Security was a nightmare to get through. Not only that, the gate agents weren't even sure if they could let me on the plane, so I was stuck at the gate, while a full plane of passengers were probably anxious to get home to Minneapolis from New York. When all was said and done, I made it. Needless to say though, it was a rough experience. I completely understand your anxiety, Jeb. It's scary cutting it that close. And I didn't even have a connection!
As an above wing agent, I'm very interested in the results of this test. I want to give the best information possible about Atl connection times. Thank you Jeb, I love your videos! I'm able to give better info because of your videos. I'm really curious about the checked bag.
Congratulations on 400k subs Jeb!! This video was so much fun, more please!❤️👍✈️
I've been flying through ATL on Delta for the last 25-plus years. Typically 8-10 times a year and mostly for international flights. It is a big airport but overall it's run well. I've almost never experienced a delay or cancellation. My suggestion for MCTs for ATL: 90 minutes for domestic and 3 hours for international flights.
If you don't mind, could I get your thoughts on an upcoming trip I have? I'm connecting to an ATL-LHW flight in February, where I'll have an hour and 25 minutes layover assuming no delays. My only other option was 5 hours, so I took the hour and 25. Do you think I should be able to make it to the flight? It'll be my first time in ATL solo, the last time I was in ATL I was a kid.
I don't see any direct flights from ATL to LHW (Lanzhou Zhongchuan, China). What's your destination from ATL?@@dononteatthevegetals2941
@dononteatthevegetals2941 same question, how was it? I have a layover of 3h15min from ATL to SFO, for a first timer is it good?
@@exo_nct_wayv_redvelvet that is good.
@@dononteatthevegetals2941 Tight but doable if you're incoming flight isn't delayed..
Love your videos! You always have the best video ideas, that I would never think about but crave!
Couple comments: Ask the flight attendant to make an announcement for people to stay in their seats that do not have a connecting flight so people with a short period of time to make their connections, also that wheel chairs are there with personnel to push them. I almost missed a connection when Delta did not of people ready to get me to my next connection. I ended up walking which is hard for me.
This comment is a year old, but the flight attendants no longer do this. At least on Delta. I was told this by an FA themselves, said it's new company policy.
39 minutes? No problem- as long as your first flight was on time. That would have been my chief concern. Even a 10 minute delays turns a “comfortable” connection into a chaotic one.
I made a 38 minute connection last week in ATL, we left late the jetway was malfunctioning when we arrived and I was mid plane but I made it. There is a map on the ATL site that shows how long it takes to get to your gate, it’s helpful.
Behind every good man is a good woman. Good job Susanne! If i ever had to navigate Atlanta I would pray that you guys were on my flight! Thanks another Great video!
there is a term for these types of connections called SHOCON. aka short connection. and usually, bags that are shocon will likely be put on the plane last and taken off first. there may even be a dedicated cart that brings over those bags to the new plane from the old plane without all the hassle of going through the bagage system.
Jeb & Suzanne, I'll give you props for deliberately booking a potentially challenging connection with that short layover time. I've never done this intentionally, but flight schedules and fate have had me making similar short connecting times from ATL to TRI on flights originating from SMF several times over the years. However, your attitude makes all of this well worth the experience. My own experiences have also enabled me to have a better attitude as well. Thank God that ATL has the best tram system in the entire country for connecting to these terminals. Thank you. 😊
Missed my 36 minute connection through ATL just yesterday as a matter of fact. Route was FLL-ATL-MSP. First leg was delayed 15 minutes which would have been fine as that flight typically lands early. Mother Nature had other plans and we had to fly around a storm adding about 30 minutes. Was auto re-booked on a new flight today but luckily ATL-MSP being hub to hub I was able to get one of the last seats on the last flight out yesterday. Oh and the planes were 757s so a 36 minute connection having to change terminals in that airport is insane.
Thank you for mentioning the importance of the aircraft used. Most don’t consider how long it will take them to get off an airplane through a single door, because that’s all we in the US are mentally capable of doing. De-planing a full regional jet takes about 15-20 minutes. A full A320/737 takes about 30-40 minutes, from the point the plane opens the door to empty. A 757 will take up to 45. Twin aisle planes are slightly more efficient, but also larger, so an A330/787 (shorter versions) will take the same 45, but longer versions and A350/777s can take 50+. If you have an additional jetway, that will at least deplane the premium passengers separately. The A380 manages to do it in the same 50 minutes (approximately) because it uses 3 jetways.
So yes, sitting in the front of a tiny jet may take 5 minutes to get out, but in the back of a big one may take 30+ minutes.
Ah yes. Summer thunderstorms in the Southeast. Such fun. And you never know who's gonna get it. Fly before about 3 p.m. when you can, before the daytime heating really gets them going. Not always possible, I realize.
This was a fun vid! Curious to see this for international flights!
Although we Georgians don't always love ATL, we do love how efficient it is. I'v never had any problems in years of comings and goings. Like Apple, it just works.
Your video was very educational for me, thank you! I recently got a job at Delta as a ticket/gate agent, so now I have more of bigger a picture of those tight connections. Safe travels to you both 😀
This happened to me before in 2012. We had 33 minutes and we still had time to talk to the pilot (I was a little kid and the flight attendant of the previous flight took me to meet the pilots and tour the cockpit after we landed) and also get something to eat.
I had a 1 hour connection once in Atlanta and JUST made it. Crazy airport.
Short layovers are stressful, I prefer longer layovers. Last year I was flying with Alaska from BIL-SJC (which is my home airport) and had a connection through PDX, it was only 30 minutes. Originally it was gonna be 50 minutes but we took off 20 minutes late so the layover for shortened. I was so insanely worried, I remember sprinting out the plane and across the concourse thinking I wouldn’t make it. But I got lucky, the airport was pretty empty and I didn’t have to switch terminals, so I made it to my gate with plenty of time to spare. Was even able to use the bathroom and get McDonald’s before boarding
Fun and Entertaining! Funny suggestion from Suzanne about working out too!!!! Yay! Congratulations on making the connection to CHS!!!
Well I live in Atlanta so I've never had a connection in Atlanta! But yes it does seem ridiculously stressful.
Edit: The advantage of living in a massive hub airport: No connections! Or at least, very few connections even if you're flying to tiny places like Jakcson Hole or something.
Same here, I live in ATL so I never connect through ATL - except once! Kind of convoluted but I had been to Denver to visit a family member, then was going to Jacksonville to visit another family member before going back home. So I did connect through ATL which was a first for me. I BARELY made the connection, and only by running through the concourse to my next gate.
ATL is my home airport and I've learned to navigate it pretty well. This was entertaining. The evening is a bit more challenging because sometimes the train isn't running.
I’ve always preferred longer layovers (at least 90 minutes) to account for delays, especially at major airports.
Thank you for this video. as a novice flyer, I booked a delta flight with a 40 minute layover in ATL. I have flight anxiety and the thought of missing a flight really stressed me out. I'm watching so many videos on how to navigate ATL so that I don't get lost once I deplane, and seeing your video really reassured me. Thank you so much!
Did you make it? I’m flying through Delta and have an 1 hour and 5 minute layover in Atlanta. This is only my second time flying so I’m nervous!!
@@sydneyh400 I made it! My layover was only 45 minutes and if I remember correctly I had to go from the end of concourse A to E. I moved my seat closer to the front of the plane so I was actually able to deplane quickly but as soon as I got off the plane I had to start running cause they were already boarding my next flight! Never thought I'd be that person running through an airport! made it there as they were getting ready to board main cabin 1.
@@sydneyh400 my biggest tip to you is to download and get familiar with the ATL map and where the terminals are located. I watch a couple video tours of ATL here om youTube and because of that i knew exactly where to turn and run to once I got off the plane! ATL is HUGE and it's the last place where you want to get lost!
pro tip: if you're making a connecting flight, always use the same airlines. DO NOT go for different airlines cause if something goes wrong they won't be responsible for eachother.
Yeah this is good advice. I recently had to take an International flight out of KSFO but I had to take a connecting flight on Alaskan. We had like 2 hours to get to our gate and get our boarding passes.
@@farmingpotato3372 2 hours is plenty nowadays. There are mobile boarding passes as well
also it helps with bags as you normally have to checkin separately (unless they are both part of les say Star Alliance, One World etc.)
Even international->National flights have bagage drop-of after you cleared customs, super efficient
That’s not entirely correct. The issue isn’t different airlines, but rather separate tickets. Different airlines on a single ticket are still responsible for your entire itinerary. On the other hand, if you purchase separate tickets on the same airline, they are not responsible for your connection.
It's fine for codeshare routes (e.g. Delta-KLM) since the entire trip would be booked under one of the airline's flight numbers and reservation number (e.g. Delta flight numbers with a Delta confirmation number for a Delta-to-KLM connection). They route bags and communicate to the other airline that you are a connecting passenger. If something goes wrong at that point, it's the responsibility of the airline you booked.
I would be hesitant on any interline connections (with separate flight numbers and/or reservation numbers). Yes they have an agreement to route bags, but I avoid it nowadays. I had a United-USAir HNL-SFO-PHL flight in the past (when US Air was still around and they had an interline agreement with fellow StarAlliance member United). When I got to PHL and USAir didn't have my checked bag, they basically said "it wasn't our fault". I still got the bag at the end of the day (the bag got on a later USAir flight and they delivered it to my house). But I definitely was not happy and I wouldn't try that again.
Jeb, these videos are amazing! My two year old son loves airplanes and trains, and he LOVES YOUR CHANNEL! Thank you so much!
A beautiful Saturday morning, a cup of strong coffee, and a new Jeb Brooks video. Today's gonna be good!
The nerves got me too just by watching 😊. I'm glad y'all made it. Thanks for sharing!
Always wanted to take a flight out of ATL, haven’t got a chance to yet. Keep up the great work and congrats on 400k!
I came up from Orlando on a Delta L1011 to Atlanta in 1994. Horrible storms delayed my flight and connection to Denver. I saw so many Delta planes it made my head spin. My special meal went bye bye. But I got to Denver to start my Parks and Canyonlands trip. Greetings from Melbourne down under. Thanks to Delta for their kind help to a young tourist from far away.
Congrats Jeb on 400K subs! Bet this is a celebration! Loved the video. Hope to see more content soon!
Thanks for making this.
I deal with too many passengers who get stressed about their connection. They usually have more than enough time.
haha, loved the bloopers :) Even though you had great weather and flights, I have had a flight when my leg was broken, my flight from Melbourne to Sydney was delayed, when I at last got to Sydney my plane was supposed to take off in 5 mins, as soon as I got out of my Melbourne flight, a lovely ground crew gave me a wheel chair and wheeled me to my next flight. They held it back just for me!! I have lots of faith in the airport system, at least in Australia!!
I love the addition of Suzanne to the recent videos. Looking forward to many more.
I don't know what is more amazing. The fact that an Atlanta to Charleston, SC flight exists, or the fact that it was that full.
I had a 1h 20min connection at Heathrow yesterday, from VS at T3 to Aer Lingus at T2, I made it in plenty of time but bags did not. Thankfully they made the next flight and got delivered to me today but I was told checking in that 1h 20 is too short at Heathrow between terminals. MCT in LHR is 90mins for inter terminals, 60min for same terminal. Atlanta is excellent! Great video, thanks very much for sharing!
Jeb! I’m so glad I remembered you did this video. I have a 37 minute layover in ATL in a few months and was nervous it might not be enough time.
Dear Jeb and Suzzane: I think the two of you make such a beautiful couple and you are both extremely lucky to have each other and have such beautiful humanity... The two can make such a difference in the world if you decide to add in your trips a human factor in your adventures. You don't need examples for the two of you are bright and imaginative and add a mission every time you fly to help others in need. You could ask Unicef or any organization if you could become an envoy of goodwill every time you fly... Just the two of going to a children's hospital and bringing that beautiful energy and making the kids laugh with funny stories and anecdotes from your trips and adventures and, of course, without saying, to bring some toys to them... You remember how good it felt to have a toy or something when you were sick and family members came to visit you and cheer you up. So, think about it, you can make such a difference... The two of you are simply magical together... May G_d bless you abundantly.
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! That has to be one of the best!! Congrats on 400k subscribers keep posting!!!
As an aviation and watch geek, gotta say Jeb has great taste in watches! Love that Black Bay pro!
this gave me hope 😅. Thank you!
Good luck!!🤞
I had a 53 minute layover in Denver and was very much freaking out the entire time. I was blessed in the end, we landed like 5 minutes early and landed at gate A27 and took off from gate A29. I felt so relieved at that point.
It really is incredible how the bags can manage to get through in that time.
Thank you for this video! I've been freaking out about a flight we're taking from Greenville/Spartanburg to Okinawa to soon with a connection time I feel is inadequate. We connect in Atlanta to get to Toyoko. My husband, who used to travel a lot for work, says we have plenty of time to reach our connection, and Delta assured me it's within a the "legal" amount of time for a connection. I feel a bit more positive about our chances after watching this.
Hey, I’m in this video! I’m one of the ramp agents at GSO, so I’m glad we were able to get you out to Atlanta on time!
Thanks for making it happen!!
I'll be going through Atlanta in November coming out of Amsterdam and going to Tampa. My original schedule had a 2hrs5m layover, which I ultimately decided would be a bit short. I'd have to get from concourse E to F walking, go through CBP, get my suitcase, go through customs, drop off my suitcase, go through security and get to the gate for my connecting flight (probably at concourse A or B). For me, that was just cutting it too close, so I've changed my connecting flight, so I'll have 4hrs15m, which gives me a lot of peace of mind 🙂
Oh I’m so glad you flew the 717… I got a flight on a Delta 717 in a couple days. Lucky me, I have a layover in Atlanta, said nobody ever 😂 but I do have a 2.5 hour layover, so that’s nice. Congratulations on 400k! Love your videos!
Good job of showing MCT during transit/transfers at airports especially busy ones such as ATL !!
It is refreshing to see you in the back of the cabin with the rest of us! Unfortunately not as glamorous as your La Premiere video :)
I've missed flights before just because my flight was way late. Never had an issue getting on the next flight even with the rock bottom non-refundable non-changeable flights even when the booking was done on a separate ticket. It's helpful to choose the airline with the most frequent trips just in case you miss a particular connecting flight.
One time my flight was late and the connecting flight was on the same airline. The connecting plane left the gate but the staff figured out there was a small group of passengers arriving late for their connection. She used her radio to stop the plane and got us on a bus to get to the plane. The baggage made it on time as well. You need part 2 of this video--the terminal doesn't look that busy--must pick a busy time.
I always allow a 4 hour layover in Atlanta coming from an international flight connecting to a domestic one. So I don't have to rush, have time to eat and enjoy strolling around the terminal.
Congrats on 400K! You two make a great couple!
Love the bloopers at the end of your video's keep them coming!!!
You should do some more economy videos! Especially Delta. I’ve been watching this channel since 20K subscribers, and one of the things I’ve loved most is the Delta content. I would love to see a regional economy video on a Delta Embraer E-175! There’s not very many good trip reports of the Delta E-175 on TH-cam, and even fewer cover what the average American flies-economy. I would love to see it from this channel!
The music… lol…. Epic…. Good job Jeb & Suzanne!
Brilliant video as always, production quality 110% and it helps that you two are so cute together.
Charleston is my home airport. I currently live and work in Norway. All of my flights to Norway from Charleston fly through Atlanta and I have had the llllooooonnnnnggggg connection; 4 hours +. My close connection is Amsterdam to Oslo at an hour and five mins. That one is very tight and normally my luggage doesn't make it. Enjoy your videos!! Keep up the great work!!
So glad I have a 3 in a half hour lay over next week here at ATL, Dont have to feel like im being rush and my anxiety kicking in
thanks for making this video. I'm nervous about my 55-minute layover at ATL. Your video definitely helped my nerves a little bit, crossing my fingers on making it on time.
Crossing our fingers for you! Should be just fine🤞
I fly through atl for day trips about once a month. Typically this starts at CHA my home airport then ATL and on to my meeting for the day. RDU, GSP, CLT, DTW, JFK, DCA or another east-coast airport. And then back. This means usually 4 flights in one day and with generally close connections. Only a handful of times have issues prevented me from making the appointments. I fly mostly Delta and they have an amazing team and do a fantastic job providing safe and on-time flights. BONUS: I usually prefer an hour connection time in ATL. (Now I know why you were seated way back there) from my instagram comment. Also love your content. :)
Thanks for sharing!
40 min layover tomorrow but im going from terminal B to A ! ive been stressing but this definitely put me at ease
Thank you very much, Suzanne and Jeb, for sharing your wonderful video with us.
Ngl you wife makes the vids even better I fake feel like I’m there with y’all when she’s in the videos bring her more
Incredibly anxious about a 43 minute layover in ATL this week. This video was super helpful with easing at least some of my anxiety. Biggest fear is getting on the wrong train.
Take your time to read the signs when you get to the train and you’ll be fine. Have a great trip!
501 here! I love your videos, thank you for bombing this one out! What an adventure!
Where did Suzanne get her necklace? I love it!
this video eased my anxiety on a layover change! thank you for this!
Really cool video, do more to this, so cool. Thanks to Suzanne for motivating Jeb to do this video.
That was a fun video. I really like the Tudor GMT. Always fun to see what wristwatch you have on your wrist.
Im with Jeb. 2-3 hour connections is my preference. Less drama if your flight is a bit late and gives you time to get a snack, go to the restroom and people watch in the terminal.
Atlanta is an extremely well run machine, as is Delta. Connecting with good weather through Atlanta is never as terrifying as connecting on American through ORD was back in the day.
We had a trip like that back in April. Didn't get to see much of CLT airport, we ran from one concourse to another and just made it, amazingly our checked bags made it too!
And I just had to do this again last night. CLT -> ATL -> SLC with a 56 minute connection, the CLT-ATL flight got delayed 30 minutes, meaning that by the time we were off the plane we had about 10 minutes to go from E30 to B7. Made it, but just barely. Our bags made it too. The Delta app actually tried to rebook our flight out of CLT to 8:40 the next morning, but I didn't see the notification until I was on the ground in ATL.
Brilliant video full of Jeb’s personal touch
I have fly a couple of times but thanks Jeb I've learned a lot from your videos/ safe travels to the both of y'all
Not gonna lie, but I’m stressed watching this video lol I absolutely love this test. I have been very close to missing my connection in Atlanta. I was running through the airport like a mad woman but Delta staff was incredible and they held the plane for me because they knew about my first flight being delayed. It was awkward boarding alone when everyone was already seated.
I have had short connections like that at ATL, MSP and SLC. I have made all of them, but I do try and sit toward the front of the plane on most of my flights. If I am flying international I usually try to give myself at least a couple hours at the connecting airport in case of delays. That came in handy one time when I was supposed to have 5 or 6 hours at LAX before flying to New Zealand. I was delayed for about 3 hours in SLC due to having to change aircraft. I was traveling on separate tickets for the domestic and international parts of that trip because it was cheaper. When I arrived at LAX I had to get my bag, check in with Air New Zealand and go back through security, ended up with almost 2 hours to spare by time I was through security! Going back to Australia and New Zealand later this year, hopefully no issues!
Love how Suzanne went from very off camera "creative director" to getting married (poor girl lol) and is now a video star. It's the best! Love your content J&S!
OMG I love your channel! I recently flew too ATL for the first time and there airport is amazing. Really had fun riding the plane train and exploring some different terminals as I waited for my flight. The 30 min delay wasn’t bad considering I got to see the airport and planes take off
There used to be this 16 min connection that originated in TYS if you were headed to BOS in Dulles that required an actual bus to get to the plane, and omg the tears shed/sprints dashed in that terminal were epic.
I leave at least an hour and a half for domestic travel and 3 hours for international flights. But I prefer as much time as possible because I hate to run to gates.
I once "missed" my connection in Detroit because my first flight arrived late. The gate agent called and got permission to reopen the door to allow me to board the flight due to the fact the plane was still parked at the gate. All the seats were taken, so they bumped up to first/business class. This was on Northwest.
I used to fly through ATL all the time, and I learned to leave as much time as possible due to the size of the airport. I spent a night there in some big chair due to a blizzard which hit Long Island the day after Christmas which closed all NY airports.