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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) served 13.6 million passengers in 2019 and features a new terminal completed in late 2019.
The new terminal took 6 years to develop and gives passengers a flavor of New Orleans from the moment they land. Restaurants serve flavorsome dishes produced by local chefs, and live music can be enjoyed in the Jazz Garden in the central area of baggage claim.
The terminal is modern and spacious, and the curves are said to represent the winding Mississippi River that runs through New Orleans.
Airport: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Terminals: 1 terminal with 3 concourses
Airport Address: 1 Terminal Dr., Kenner, LA 70062
Distance From Downtown New Orleans: 11 miles (18 km)
Website: flymsy.com
Phone Number: 504-303-7500
Passengers Served: 13.6 million
Destinations Served: 47 domestic and 9 international destinations
Flight Information: MSY departure and arrival info can be found online
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport shifted operations to a brand new terminal at the end of 2019. Located north of the existing site, the new North Terminal has 3 concourses, curbside access on the east and west sides, and 3 parking lots directly in front of the terminal.
The new terminal can be accessed from I-10, and the long-term parking and car rental companies remain at the old site located south of the new terminal building.
Within the main terminal, baggage claim is located on level 1, along with access to the ground transportation center on either side of the terminal exits. Visitors can enjoy live music performances in the Jazz Garden, located in the central area.
Passengers will need to clear the security checkpoint on level 2 before proceeding to departures. The 3 concourses are connected inside the secure area, so passengers can easily connect between flights or utilize the concessions throughout the departures area.
Airline ticketing desks are located on level 3, accessible from the curbside drop-off area on the western side of the terminal building.
Concourse A is the furthest concourse from the security checkpoint, with 6 gates numbered A1 to A6. The concourse is used for international arrivals and has a few concessions at the entrance of Concourses A and B. Apart from a duty-free store that is opening soon, there are no shops and restaurants further down the concourse. The Club MSY lounge can be found on level 3 near the entrance to Concourse A.
Concourse B is located in the middle of the 3 concourses and has 14 gates numbered B2 to B12 and B14 to B16. There’s a good selection of shops and restaurants, including a Starbucks, City Greens, and CNBC. More cafes and restaurants can be found outside the entrance to Concourse B.
Concourse C is located at the eastern end of the departures area and has 15 gates numbered C1 to C12 and C14 to C16. The concourse has plenty of shops and restaurants, including Chili’s and In Motion Entertainment, and there’s a Delta Sky Club located opposite the concourse entrance on level 3. Near gate C7, passengers will also find a United Club lounge.
Hot Tip: Looking for things to do while you’re in town? Check out our guide to the best things to do in New Orleans.
All areas of the terminal are accessible on foot, so there’s no need to travel around by train or bus. The only exception is for passengers parking in the economy parking lot and those renting a car, where it’s necessary to ride a courtesy shuttle bus to the old terminal site.
Shuttle buses depart every 5 minutes from outside baggage claim doors 1 through 5.
MSY has 1 security checkpoint located on level 2 of the terminal open daily from 3:30 a.m. until 30 minutes before the final departure.
MSY has TSA PreCheck lanes at the security checkpoint. Opening hours vary, so it’s best to check the TSA schedule.
There is no TSA Enrollment Center at MSY, with the closest location around 3 miles away from the airport at 2544 Williams Blvd. Ste. C, Kenner, LA 70062.
MSY has Global Entry kiosks for expedited clearance of pre-approved passengers.
MSY has a Global Entry Enrollment Center on level 1, open Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Passengers may also enroll on arrival at the Federal Inspection Service Area whenever an international flight is due.
CLEAR security lanes and enrollment are available at the MSY security checkpoint from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
There are 3 airport lounges at MSY, including 2 that offer day passes for $50 to $59.
* Hours are subject to change without notice. Lounge access may be restricted at times due to capacity.
** Day Pass for any passenger. Lounges marked as N/A only allow entry for eligible passengers in their premium cabins, frequent flyer programs, or participating credit card programs.
Priority Pass holders can access The Club at MSY with their membership up to 3 hours prior to their flight departure.
Find out more information about Priority Pass membership by reading our dedicated Priority Pass article or check out these best credit cards for Priority Pass.
Hot Tip: If you’re fed up with paying for lounge day passes, check out these credit cards that include airport lounge access.
MSY has around 30 restaurants, cafes, and grab-and-go food counters, and all can be found inside the secure area.
MSY offers free Wi-Fi at 5 Mbps throughout the terminal. To connect, select “MSY-Fi” from the available connections. Passengers can choose to upgrade to faster speeds with Boingo.
Charging Stations: MSY has power outlets located pre- and post-security, with outlets at 50% of the departure gates and at many restaurants.
Hot Tip: Tired of all the charging stations being taken? Pack your own portable power bank so you’re never without a charge.
MSY’s Lost and Found office is located on level 1 near baggage carousel 6, and items found in the public areas of the airport are sent here. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can be contacted at 504-303-7790.
If you lose an item on an aircraft, you need to inquire with the relevant airline.
MSY has an information desk located on level 1 baggage claim, staffed daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
MSY does not have a play area for children, nor does it rank as one of the most kid-friendly airports in the U.S.
MSY has 3 nursing rooms located at:
MSY has 2 pet relief areas located:
MSY doesn’t have a duty-free shop. Yet it does offer Louisiana tax-free shopping with a refund on sales tax at participating merchants for international travelers.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside of the terminal on the top and bottom ramps.
ATMs are located throughout the terminals.
There are no luggage storage facilities at MSY.
MSY’s Jazz Garden greets passengers in baggage claim with live music throughout the day.
Customer Service: 504-303-7500
Parking: 510-563-3200
Lost and Found: 510-563-3982
Several public bus services are available from MSY and operate from the outer curb on level 3:
Taxis are available from outside of door 7 on level 1 baggage claim, and a set fare of $36 applies to 2 passengers traveling from the airport to the Central Business District or French Quarter. For 3 or more passengers, the fare is $15 per person.
Rideshare operators Lyft and Uber are authorized to operate from MSY. Drivers may pick up passengers from the middle curb on level 1 baggage claim.
Passengers awaiting Lyft drivers should exit through doors 7 to 9, and those awaiting Uber can exit through doors 9 to 11.
Take I-10 W until exit 221 and turn left onto Loyola Drive. Continue straight on Aberdeen Street/Terminal Drive for access to the terminal.
Take the I-10 E until exit 221 and turn right onto Loyola Drive. Continue straight on Aberdeen Street/Terminal Drive for access to the terminal.
MSY has over 8,000 parking spaces for passengers, suitable for short- and long-term parking.
The short-term parking lot is connected to the terminal via a walkway from the fourth floor and has 2,190 spaces.
The long-term parking lot is located on the east side of the airport across from the arrivals area and has 2,750 spaces.
Surface Parking
The surface lot is adjacent to the terminal within walking distance and offers 685 spaces.
Economy Garage
The economy parking lot is located south of the airport, and passengers must ride the courtesy shuttle bus to/from the airport. The economy garage has 2,438 covered and uncovered spaces.
Hot Tip: Complimentary airline baggage check-in is available at the economy parking lot for passengers flying with Alaska, American, Delta, Southwest, Spirit, and United.
MSY has a cell phone lot located at the corner of Airline Drive and Hollandey Street. Visitors may wait in their vehicle for free for up to an hour before they are called for pick-up.
Off-airport parking can be considerably cheaper than using an airport-operated parking lot, and you can bag yourself a deal if you’re booking an overnight hotel and parking bundle.
Booking with airportparkingreservations.com, daily parking for MSY is $12.50 per day, so there isn’t much in it compared to the economy parking lot on airport property.
Parking for passengers with disabilities can be found in all airport-operated parking lots, and free parking for veterans is offered.
General parking inquiries: 510-563-3200
The rental car center is located a few miles from the terminal at 600 Rental Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062.
Passengers can ride the courtesy shuttle bus that operates from outside of the long-term parking garage at the main terminal.
These companies are available at the rental car facility:
Hot Tip: Avoid paying excessive rental insurance fees by signing up for a credit card that includes rental insurance.
MSY does not have any accommodations on airport property. A range of 2- to 4-star hotels can be found from 0.8 miles away, with many offering courtesy shuttle services.
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Only 10 minutes from MSY, the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport offers guests all the amenities you need, including an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, a fitness center, and a free 24-hour shuttle. Hilton does not publish an award chart, so nightly rates can vary, but you can expect an award night at the hotel to cost around from 30,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Stays at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites New Orleans Airport start with a complimentary breakfast each morning for all guests of the hotel. The amenities don’t stop there, though — you’ll also enjoy an outdoor pool, fitness center, complimentary airport shuttle, and a cocktail lounge. IHG has a variable award pricing, but you can expect award nights to cost from 21,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.
The La Quinta by Wyndham New Orleans Airport is an excellent option for those looking for a comfortable stay close to the airport. The hotel offers a complimentary airport shuttle, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary breakfast. The hotel is a Tier 2 property in the Wyndham Rewards program, so award nights cost 15,000 Wyndham Rewards points per night.
Hot Tip: If you’re looking to top off your points to stay at any of these options, see our guides on the best ways to earn more Hilton Honors points, IHG One Rewards points, or Wyndham Rewards points.
Passengers will experience a real treat when flying in and out of Louis Armstrong New Orleans International, with its modern facilities and improved range of concessions. Floor-to-ceiling windows run along the full length of the departures area and provide excellent plane viewing opportunities.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport was originally called Moisant Field Airport and the airport code MSY refers to the original name of the land, Moisant Stock Yards.
Check the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport’s flight status page to see if flights are running as scheduled or have been canceled.
Taxis are available from outside of door 7 on level 1 baggage claim and a set fare of $36 applies to 2 passengers traveling from the airport to the Central Business District or French Quarter. For 3 or more passengers, the fare is $15 per person.
The new North Terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport opened in November 2019 and all flights now operate from there.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is open 24 hours a day, but the security checkpoints are only open daily from 3:30 a.m. until the last departure.
Sleeping is permitted at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, but passengers will be asked to leave the secure area when the security checkpoints are not open.
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