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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport vs Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Detailed comparison of CDG and ATL on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.3/10.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2),
passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Paris CDG is rated 7.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. Air France dominates Terminal 2 with extensive Business and La Première lounges. Schengen and non-Schengen transfers may require immigration — allow 90+ minutes for connections. UK261 does not apply; EU261 may apply on EU departures.
FlightLogic Score7.4Very Good
On-time7.2Departure reliability
Experience7.3Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.2Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score8.2/10
Highlights
Terminal 2 is the main hub — sub-terminals 2E/2F for long-haul, 2G for Schengen regional
Air France La Première and Business lounges among Europe's largest airline clubs
CDGVAL automated train links T1, T2, and T3 landside — not all T2 sub-terminals connect airside
Common UK connection point for Africa, Indian Ocean, and French overseas territories
Overview
Air France and SkyTeam mega-hub — sprawling terminal 2 complex with strong premium lounges but connection walks can be long.
Terminal 2 and Air France lounges
Air France operates multiple lounges across Terminal 2E and 2F — the Business lounge near Hall L in 2E is the main long-haul hub. La Première has a private salon for first class passengers.
SkyTeam elite and business class passengers access AF lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist but are limited compared to airline clubs.
Atlanta, United States · ATL · #2 in this comparison
Domestic + International Terminal (Maynard H. Jackson) · 104M+ passengers/year
7.3/ 10
How good is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.1),
passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 7.9/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Atlanta ATL is rated 7.3/10 on FlightLogic — the world's busiest airport. Delta Sky Club network serves premium passengers; International Terminal F for foreign carriers. Allow 75+ minutes for domestic connections. See /guides/atlanta-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.3Very Good
On-time7.1Departure reliability
Experience7.0Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.9Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.1
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score7.9/10
Highlights
Delta operates 75%+ of ATL traffic — Sky Club locations throughout domestic concourses
International Terminal (Terminal F) handles all foreign carriers and Delta long-haul
Domestic connections typically stay airside within 45–75 minutes on Delta
UK travellers connect via Delta partners from LHR and MAN
Overview
World's busiest airport by passenger volume — Delta Air Lines fortress hub with Sky Club network and efficient domestic connections.
Delta hub and International Terminal
Delta's ATL hub uses Concourses A–E for domestic and short-haul international. The separate International Terminal (Concourse F) handles all foreign-flag carriers and Delta long-haul to Europe and Asia.
Sky Club locations span multiple concourses — access is terminal-specific. Amex Centurion is in Concourse E for domestic Delta departures.
FAQ
Which is better, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport or Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.3/10.
Which has better lounges, CDG or ATL?
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher for lounges at 8.2/10, versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at 7.9/10.
Which airport is more on-time, CDG or ATL?
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) has stronger on-time performance at 7.2/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.1/10.
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