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McGhee Tyson Airport

Transportation to New Orleans Airport from the City Center

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.

Last Updated: 23 Nov 2016

Transportation to Knoxville City Center from Airport

Located about 20 kilometers south of the Knoxville settlement in the state of Tennessee in the United States of America, McGhee Tyson Airport is also just 30-minute drive from the world-famous Great Smoky Mountain National Park. You can prefer taking a taxi as well as you can take advantage of car rental services to reach Knoxville city center from McGhee Tyson Airport.

Taxi

It is quite easy to reach Knoxville city center by taking one of the airport taxis that are available right outside the arrivals terminal of McGhee Tyson Airport. All you need to do is take a look if the taxi driver would turn on the taximeter. The taxi ride to Knoxville downtown, which is about 20 kilometers away, costs approximately 55-70 dollars. If you would like to travel at more affordable prices, please keep in mind that you can take advantage of shared taxis, as well as you can arrange a taxi service at the airport using the applications like Towncar (16-30 dollars), and Uber (13-18 dollars).

Rent a car

Since McGhee Tyson Airport is an internationally recognized airport, many local and international car rental companies have their offices inside the airport terminal. Once you choose the one that best suits your budget among these companies, you can pick up your car quickly and then you can arrive at Knoxville city center after a 25 or 30-minute drive.

Last Updated: 27 Jan 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

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Which airports can I use for New Orleans-Knoxville flights?

For New Orleans-Knoxville flights, you can use Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport, Lakefront Airport, Joint Reserve Base New Orleans - NAS JRB New Orleans Airport as departure airport, and McGhee Tyson Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from New Orleans-Knoxville and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between New Orleans-Knoxville is 878 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 40 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for New Orleans-Knoxville flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for New Orleans-Knoxville flights is Monday.

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