Airports near New Orleans
MSY・GPT・BTR・PIB・LFT
What airports are closest to New Orleans?
The most convenient gateway for travelers is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), which sits just 18.74 km from the city center and can be reached by taxi in about 20 minutes. For those arriving along the coast, Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) is 108.89 km away, with rail options taking around 1 hour 57 minutes. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) is situated 122.23 km away, typically requiring a 1 hour 30 minutes shuttle journey. Further inland, Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) lies 182.72 km from New Orleans, with transit times by bus often reaching 3 hours 10 minutes. Finally, Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) is the most distant at 186.63 km, with bus services taking approximately 2 hours 20 minutes. Search for flights to New Orleans and book hotels in New Orleans, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near New Orleans: MSY, GPT, BTR, PIB and LFT.
Airports Near New Orleans: Key Information
Number of airports in New Orleans
1
Closest airport to the city center
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Distance
18.7 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Compare domestic and international airports near New Orleans.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Distance: 18.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional Transit Authority 202 Airport Express
Cheapest
50 minutes - 1 hour
USD 1.25
Budget
City Taxi Service
Fastest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
USD 36
Comfort
Airport Shuttle New Orleans
45 minutes - 1 hour
USD 20
Balanced
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Distance: 108.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Greyhound Intercity Coach
Cheapest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 17-35
Budget
Amtrak Passenger Rail
1 hour 55 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
USD 35-70
Comfort
Private Car and Taxi Service
Fastest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
USD 200-300
Balanced
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
Distance: 122.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Greyhound or FlixBus
Cheapest
1 hour 20 minutes - 2 hours
USD 15-25
Budget
Tiger Airport Shuttle
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 130-215
Comfort
Uber or Lyft
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
USD 100-150
Balanced
Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport
Distance: 182.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Greyhound Coach
Cheapest
3 hours 10 minutes - 4 hours
USD 15-30
Budget
Amtrak Crescent Line
3 hours 40 minutes - 4 hours 20 minutes
USD 35-80
Comfort
Private Car Hire
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
USD 150-250
Balanced
Lafayette Regional Airport
Distance: 186.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
FlixBus or Greyhound
Fastest
2 hours 20 minutes - 3 hours
USD 19-40
Budget
Amtrak Sunset Limited
4 hours 25 minutes - 5 hours 30 minutes
USD 40-95
Comfort
Private Shuttle Service
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
USD 50-150
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near New Orleans
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Compare 5 airports near New Orleans
For the vast majority of travelers, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is the primary choice, as it is the only airport located within the city of New Orleans and offers the most efficient transit links via taxi or express bus. Travelers seeking international connections or domestic ease will find this hub the most practical. The other four airports are located in neighboring cities and should only be considered if a specific regional need exists or significant fare savings are found. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) serves the Mississippi Gulf Coast and offers Amtrak connectivity. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) serves Louisiana's capital and requires a dedicated shuttle or bus trip. Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) and Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) are further afield, necessitating longer travel times by bus or train. When choosing, prioritize MSY for convenience; use the others only for specific regional itinerary requirements.
Hotels near New Orleans airport
Breakfast
Great103 Reviews
French Quarter New Orleans|0.51km from city center
The room is small. The window is smaller than the average Queen size. It feels old. The bathroom is very small. I found that the bathroom light was not on before going to bed at night. I don’t know why. It was still not on until the next day. There was a lot of noise outside the window, maybe from the air conditioner or something. Fortunately, we were very tired and fell asleep. When we were awake during the day, we basically didn’t stay in the room. It was still very noisy after staying for a while. We lived on the 5th floor. There is a swimming pool on the 16th floor. It is very small, but it is enough for children to swim. It is still very comfortable to watch the sunset.Great55 Reviews
Downtown New Orleans New Orleans|0.39km from city center
Beautiful hotel, superb and spacious room with a lovely bay window to watch the sunset.
All the comforts you could ask for. The bathroom is nice, functional, and well-stocked with high-quality products. There's also a coffee maker with coffee and tea.
The mattresses are incredibly comfortable. Pure bliss!FromUS$101
Good114 Reviews
Downtown New Orleans New Orleans|0.23km from city center
Room were clean and spacious, bathrooms had no locks, can not control the air conditioner temperature. Since the hotel is in downtown, you have to pay an extra 55 dollars for parking. Breakfast was average with no microwave. Overall an average stay.FromUS$68
Very Good107 Reviews
Canal Street New Orleans|0.43km from city center
Well priced for the location. Enjoyed the visit because of easy valet parking, secured access to the lobby and staff.FromUS$90
Great116 Reviews
French Quarter New Orleans|1.08km from city center
Solid, but not spectacular. Great location in the heart of the French Quarter. Food was ok (at the hotel), I suggest venturing out for food. Very cool hotel bar. Nice, chill vibe with a great variety of drink options. The water pressure is not great (and by not great I mean barely passable for a shower), the Wi-Fi was awful, limited in-room entertainment options.FromUS$207
Family friendly
Very Good109 Reviews
French Quarter New Orleans|0.89km from city center
I had a change in travel plans and had another hotel before I could get my room at the Four Points. I was never so happy that even though I had trudged across the French Quarter and got there just after noon, my room was ready!!! I thought I would have to check my bag until the 4pm checkin time but the front desk professionals understood my plight and I loved my room, especially the location! Bed was amazing, TV as well bottled water in the little frig and such wonderful cleanliness that many other New Orleans hotels do NOT have. Their bedding and towels stink!FromUS$169
Great109 Reviews
Canal Street New Orleans|0.37km from city center
The Hotel is beautiful the restraints were a complex JOKE, the food was horrible, extremely overcharged for terrible tasting food. We couldn’t be more disappointed in a Hight Class Hotel having such low class restraints affiliated on there premises. We will never book a reservation with you again. Shame on you!!! BOOO,FromUS$245
Very Good119 Reviews
Canal Street New Orleans|0.41km from city center
The hotel lobby is grand, but the room is older and slightly smaller than expected. Overall, the Marriott brand is a bit below expectations. The location is perfect, very close to the French quarter. If it's an event day, the soundproofing isn't perfect.FromUS$120
Very Good99 Reviews
Arts-Warehouse New Orleans|0.84km from city center
My stay here was wonderful ❤️❤️❤️Beautiful spacious one bedroom suite with a double balcony. City views from the balcony were gorgeous. Efficient and friendly staff and food and drink were plentiful and delicious.FromUS$114
Very Good53 Reviews
Arts-Warehouse New Orleans|0.81km from city center
Got a room at first where the AC was super loud and there wasn’t even a closet or a place to hang clothes. I told the front desk but they said the hotel was full and couldn’t do anything !!! So I contacted IHG directly and I got a new one was much better — quiet AC and a proper closet.
FYI: floors 9–10 seem to have some kind of machine room inf front the room X01 . The noise could be heard all the floor to room 906. If you’re a light sleeper, you might want to avoid this hotel.FromUS$108
5 star
Great97 Reviews
Downtown New Orleans New Orleans|0.28km from city center
The location of the hotel is good, the room is super clean and tidy, the whole hotel is in line with five points, why I didn't give five points just because the location of my room is not so good, facing the roof full of a lot of air conditionersFromUS$220
Amazing101 Reviews
Downtown New Orleans New Orleans|0.51km from city center
The location was perfect, so close to the French Quarter, great food, and the water. Great welcoming service started when we arrived in the rental car. Bell hop was very attentive and full of answers for our questions of the area. We visited the pool and it was nicely arranged with several seating options. We did not order food but it was available along with your choice of beverage. Service at the pool was very friendly. We were also visited at our room asking if we need any water, room service, or anything else. We did use the concierge for dinner suggestions, and the food was great! The Windsor
Court Hotel does offer a few restaurant choices however being in New Orleans for one night we wanted to experience its culture.FromUS$416
Very Good106 Reviews
Canal Street New Orleans|0.42km from city center
Good location, just on the French street, 5 minutes walk from each red store. The hotel is beautiful and the small indoor garden is perfect for afternoon tea. The local Jumbo soup is also available for free at the hotel lobby, similar to the black pepper seafood soup, which tastes good. At the time of check-in, the front desk asked me if I would upgrade the room type, I agreed, but the upgraded room was charge100 knife in the club room, but the room was small, only half a window, so I decided to change back to the original garden interior room, I think The room is bigger and more comfortable.FromUS$352
Very Good116 Reviews
Downtown New Orleans New Orleans|0.2km from city center
Check in jannie/jayne whatever your name is you need to learn some skills you are not a good person to meet at 1am for someone who’s first time in New Orleans
Rooms ok basic but clean
Not cleaned until after 2pm everyday of our 4 night stay
Had to collect water from reception but the girls in reception were very nice
I would stay again but I think maybe others in a better locationFromUS$184
Outstanding12 Reviews
Faubourg Marigny New Orleans|2.01km from city center
This Beautiful newly renovated and professionally decorated historic Creole Cottage is located in the Marigny Triangle neighborhood. This location allows you to experience all New Orleans has to offer. With a walkability score of 95% you are just 3 blocks from the French Quarter, 4 blocks from Frenchmen Street's famous music halls and steps to the Rampart Streetcar line that provides easy access to the entire city. Enjoy your stay in this 3-bedroom 4-bathroom, 2000 sq foot home, featuring a spacious open living, kitchen and dining area that will accommodate your large groups comfortably. To the rear of the home, is a large private courtyard that offers guest an additional place to gather, relax and unwind.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 23.About events:No events allowed.FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to New Orleans?
The nearest airport to New Orleans is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 18.7 km away.Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) (108.9 km), Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) (122.2 km), Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) (182.7 km) and Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) (186.6 km).
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How long does it take to get from New Orleans to the airport?
Getting from New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) takes about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How do I get to New Orleans?
We recommend flying into Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), which is approximately 18.7 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is City Taxi Service, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How many airports does New Orleans have?
New Orleans has 5 airports: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT), Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) and Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT).