Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) – Terminal Guide & Travel Tips

New Orleans, United States · MSY · North America

Terminal Guide

TerminalAirlinesNotes
Concourses B & C (new terminal)Southwest,American,Delta,United,Spirit,Frontier,Allegiant

Lounge Directory

LoungeLocationAccess
Delta Sky ClubDelta Sky Club membership, Amex Platinum/Reserve (limited visits)
American Admirals ClubAdmirals Club membership, Citi AAdvantage Executive card

Pro Tips

  • The flat-rate taxi ($36/cab) to downtown is excellent value if traveling with 2–4 people.
  • Book flights to MSY well in advance during Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and major Saints games — prices spike dramatically.
  • The new terminal's food options include several New Orleans classics — a great first taste of the city's cuisine.
  • Hurricane season (June–November) monitoring is essential; New Orleans evacuations can fill all outbound flights days in advance.
  • Rideshare pickup is well-organized at the new terminal — significantly better than the old airport experience.
  • The French Quarter is about 14 miles away; budget 25–40 minutes depending on traffic.
  • New Orleans is a short weekend trip from many major hub cities — mid-week flights are often much cheaper.

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