Air Freight Route
ChicagoAtlanta
ORDATL
Distance
589 mi
Air Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Flights
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
OR
Origin Airport
Chicago
Infrastructure Highlights
- Extensive intermodal rail connections linking the port to major North American corridors
- Modern barge and bulk terminals on Lake Michigan and the Calumet River
- Integrated road access via Interstates I-90, I-94, and I-55 for regional and long-haul trucking
- Significant warehousing and distribution centers supporting transloading between rail and truck freight
Key Exports
Agricultural products (grains, oilseeds, food preparations)Machinery and industrial equipmentChemicals and plasticsAutomotive parts and vehicles (via regional network)Metals and metal products
Export Compliance
Shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any applicable sanctions programs administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
AT
Destination Airport
Atlanta
Infrastructure Highlights
- Comprehensive interstate highway connectivity via I-75, I-85, and I-20 enables high-volume ground freight.
- High-capacity air cargo operations at Hartsfield–Jackson manage time-sensitive and high-value shipments.
- Robust rail infrastructure with Class I railroads facilitates intermodal transfers between air and ground networks.
- Modern warehousing and distribution centers in the metro area serve regional and national fulfillment.
Key Imports
Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and retail goodsAutomotive components and finished vehicles (via rail/truck from seaports)Industrial machinery and capital equipmentPharmaceuticals and healthcare products
Import Regulations
International shipments moving through Atlanta are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and proper customs declarations.