Five miles. Ten minutes. No terminals, no TSA, no crowds. DeKalb-Peachtree Airport is Buckhead's private jet gateway — the shortest distance between your aircraft and Atlanta's most prestigious address.
Buckhead is Atlanta's luxury district — the concentration of Forbes-rated hotels, fine dining, and high-end retail that defines the city's upscale identity. And its natural airport is not Hartsfield-Jackson. It is DeKalb-Peachtree.
PDK sits 5 to 6 miles northeast of Buckhead, connected by a direct route along Clairmont Road and Peachtree Road. In normal traffic, the transfer takes 10 to 12 minutes. Compare that to Hartsfield-Jackson ATL: 17 miles south of Buckhead, 23 minutes on a clear day, 40 to 55 minutes in rush hour — and that is after navigating the world's busiest airport on foot.
For guests flying privately, PDK eliminates everything that makes commercial airport transfers slow. No TSA. No terminal walk. No baggage carousel. Your Sprinter is positioned at the aircraft stairs, and you are at the St. Regis porte-cochere before an ATL arrival would finish walking to the curb.
ATL time includes terminal walk, baggage claim, and ground transportation queue. Rush hour (5 PM to 7 PM weekdays) can extend to 55 minutes.
Step off your aircraft at any of the three FBOs. Your Sprinter is already positioned — at Aero Center, directly at the aircraft stairs.
Your chauffeur takes Clairmont Road south to Peachtree Road — the historic spine of Buckhead.
Peachtree Road climbs through Brookhaven and into the heart of Buckhead, passing Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square.
Total drive time: 10 to 12 minutes in normal traffic. During weekday rush hour (5 PM to 7 PM), allow 18 to 25 minutes via Buford Highway or I-85.
Forbes Five-Star · 88 W Paces Ferry Rd NW · 5.8 miles
Atlanta's undisputed luxury leader. Butler service, the King Cole Bar, pool piazza, and the ATLAS restaurant — a Forbes Five-Star property with a level of personal attention that matches the transfer that brings you there. Your chauffeur pulls into the covered porte-cochere, and the St. Regis staff handles everything from there.
Forbes Five-Star · 3376 Peachtree Rd NE · 5.2 miles
Full-service spa, indoor pool, and the refined aesthetic that defines the Waldorf Astoria name. The Buckhead property occupies a commanding position on Peachtree Road, steps from Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square. A natural destination for guests arriving by private jet.
Five-Star · 3434 Peachtree Rd NE · 5.3 miles
Directly connected to Lenox Square via a climate-controlled walkway. The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead combines classic luxury with an unmatched retail position — step from your suite into one of the Southeast's most prestigious shopping destinations without ever going outside.
Five-Star · 3315 Peachtree Rd NE · 5.1 miles
Garden views, refined suites, and a clubhouse atmosphere that appeals to discerning travelers. The InterContinental occupies a central Peachtree Road address with easy access to Buckhead's dining and shopping district.
Boutique · 374 E Paces Ferry Rd NE · 5.6 miles
A former 1950s residential enclave reimagined as a mid-century boutique retreat. Lush gardens, a pool with skyline views, and the intimate scale of a private residence. Atlanta Magazine's 2025 Readers' Choice for Best Boutique Hotel. The kind of arrival that feels like being let in on a local secret.
Luxury · 3500 Peachtree Rd NE (Phipps Plaza) · 5.4 miles
Located within Phipps Plaza, the 152-room Nobu Hotel Atlanta opened in late 2025 with Japanese-inspired design, a rooftop pool, on-site Nobu restaurant, and a spa. The newest luxury addition to Buckhead's hotel landscape, positioned at the intersection of hospitality and high-end retail.
Steakhouse
Atlanta's premier steakhouse since 1979. Zagat's highest marks for food and service among all U.S. steakhouses.
Japanese, omakase
One of Buckhead's most exclusive restaurants. Minimalist design, high-grade fish, omakase counter seating.
Contemporary American
James Beard Awards finalist. Inventive plating, bold flavors, and a dining room that rewards a considered evening.
New American, fine dining
Located inside the St. Regis Atlanta. Forbes Five-Star restaurant. Art collection, seasonal menu, impeccable service.
Mediterranean
Ford Fry's Buckhead restaurant. Coastal Mediterranean with a wine program that draws collectors from across the Southeast.
Steakhouse, French
Tableside preparations, leather booths, and the kind of evening that unfolds at its own pace. Flambeed baked Alaska is the signature.
Your chauffeur can take you from the PDK ramp directly to the restaurant entrance. The Sprinter waits and brings you to your hotel when the evening is complete.
The Southeast's premier luxury shopping destination. 823,000 square feet anchored by Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. Nobu Hotel and the Life Time athletic club are part of the expanded campus. Gucci, Versace, Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, Valentino.
Two stories of high-end boutiques and established brands directly across from Phipps Plaza. Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus, and Macy's anchor the property. Connected to the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead via a climate-controlled walkway.
PDK to Buckhead. Aircraft stairs to hotel porte-cochere. Your chauffeur handles the rest.
From $175 per transfer. Chauffeur, fuel, tolls, Wi-Fi, and refreshments included. No surge pricing.
PDK is 5 to 6 miles from central Buckhead. In normal traffic, the drive takes 10 to 12 minutes via Clairmont Road and Peachtree Road. During weekday rush hour, allow 18 to 25 minutes.
PDK is 5 miles from Buckhead. Hartsfield-Jackson ATL is 17 miles away. A transfer from PDK to the St. Regis takes 11 minutes. The same transfer from ATL can take 40 to 55 minutes in rush hour — after navigating terminals, baggage claim, and ground transportation queues. PDK also offers planeside tarmac access, no TSA, and no terminal walk.
Yes. Your chauffeur can bring you directly from the FBO ramp to any restaurant in Buckhead. Bones, Umi, Aria, Atlas, and St. Cecilia are all within the Buckhead district. The Sprinter will wait and take you to your hotel when you are ready.
Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square sit across from each other at the intersection of Peachtree Road and Lenox Road. The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead connects directly to Lenox Square via a climate-controlled walkway. Buckhead Village, with boutique retail and dining, is a short walk south on Peachtree Road.
The InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta and the Waldorf Astoria are both approximately 5.1 to 5.2 miles from PDK — a 10-minute drive. The St. Regis and Kimpton Sylvan are slightly further at 5.6 to 5.8 miles, adding one to two minutes.
The standard route follows Clairmont Road south to Peachtree Road, then Peachtree Road north into Buckhead. In rush hour, your chauffeur may use Buford Highway to I-85 North, exiting at Lenox Road. Your chauffeur monitors traffic in real time and selects the fastest route.