Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at MSY

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is connected to New Orleans and the wider United States transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

No passenger rail serves the airport directly; New Orleans' streetcar network doesn't extend out to MSY.

Bus & Shuttle

New Orleans RTA operates bus service connecting the airport toward downtown, though most visitors find rideshare or the airport shuttle faster.

Taxi

Taxis are available at designated curbside areas; flat-rate fares to downtown are typical.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft pick up from designated curbside zones.

Car Rental

An on-site rental car facility serves all major agencies.

Insider tip

There's no direct streetcar connection at the airport — plan to take a taxi, rideshare, or the RTA bus into downtown first if you want to pick up the streetcar network from there.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from MSY to New Orleans in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at MSY

Exploring United States beyond New Orleans? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for MSY

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. New Orleans city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for New Orleans before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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