ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Besides packing the perfect outfit for your weekend trip, you may also need to bring some extra patience when traveling through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport this weekend.

Work is underway at the South Terminal, closing off all outer lanes on the upper level for the weekend. Airport officials tell Atlanta News First that this latest improvement project will last until Monday, Sept. 15, at 5 a.m.

“I landed right on time,” said Dana Mallory, arriving home in Atlanta on Friday night.

Awaiting her outside, besides her ride home, were traffic cones and detour signs.

“It’s good that they’re improving the conditions, but it can also be very congested,” said Mallory.

Atlanta’s airport is investing billions in improvement projects, includi

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