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You can either use taxis, shuttle services, or public buses to reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from the city centre. It is also possible to hire a car or limousine. In addition, some hotels in the city offer airport shuttle services to its guests.

Taxi

You can find a taxi to drive you to the airport 24 hours a day, which costs on average 30 to 40 dollars. You can pay both in cash and with a credit card.

Shuttle Service

Airport shuttle service companies pick up travellers from their hotels or designated places in the city centre. If you would like to use the shuttle service on your way back, you can buy a return ticket when you land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

A one-way ticket is sold for 24 dollars while a return ticket costs 44 dollars. Travellers are allowed to take up to 3 bags with them for free. If you have not made the adjustments beforehand, your hotel can provide you with the contact information, route, and the schedule.

Car Rental

You will see many car rental companies in New Orleans city centre. Your hotel can provide you with the contact details of car rental companies. If planning to reach the airport with your rented vehicle, you need to take the Interstate 10 W (I-10 W) highway. The journey from the city centre to the airport in normal traffic conditions take approximately 20 minutes.

Bus

If you prefer to use public transportation to get to the airport, you can take the bus route 202 from the city centre. It takes around 40 minutes, and a ticket costs 1.5 dollars.

Hotel Shuttle Service

Some hotels in New Orleans offers shuttle service to its guests. It is a very practical alternative for those who do not want to worry about how they are going to reach the airport. However, it is a little costlier when compared to a taxi. You should find out whether your hotel provides shuttle services, and make need to book a seat in advance. 

Limousine

You can arrange an extremely luxurious and comfortable ride from your hotel to the airport with the A-Airport Limousine company located at the airport. The prices start from 58 dollars for 2 people and increase up to 118 dollars for 8 people.

Airport Information

New Orleans International Airport, which was named after the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong, is located 11 miles west of the city centre. You can eat, drink, or shop at the airport. Apart from basic facilities like the post office, Bureau de Change (currency exchange) offices, a child care room, and ATMs, there are two lounges and duty free shops also available at the airport. Additionally, free Wi-Fi is available across the airport.

Washington Co Airport is located 5 km southeast of the city center. Transportation to the city center from the airport, which is frequently preferred by visitors because of its closeness to the city center, is easily provided.

Metrorail

Metrorail, which consists of intracity rail system, offers service as a clean and safe public transportation system. Thanks to metrorail you will get on from the station located at the airport you will be in the city center in about 25 minutes. For route information, you can get help from the electronic tables found at the stops. You can get your tickets online or from the ticket vending machines found at the stations.

Taxi

Since the distance between the airport and city center is quite short, taxi will be the right choice for you. The fare you will pay for the transportation to the city center from the airport will be 3.5 Dollars per mile. When the number of people is exceeded, you should pay an additional 1 Dollar for each passenger. Taxi is an ideal choice for those wanting a quick travel to the city center without losing time. This option is also very comfortable.

Bus

You can reach the city center in about 20 - 30 minutes by buses which you can take from the station located outside of the airport. You should be sure that you have taken the right bus and analyze bus routes before getting on any bus. You can benefit from the brochures that you can get from the booking offices at the station. These brochures will provide information about the bus routes.

Car Rental

There are many companies at the airport where you can rent a car for going to the city center. You can make a reservation by getting in contact with one of these companies or ask for help from your hotel before your arrival. Those who do not want to lose time with other means of transportation can easily get to the city center by renting a car.