# MSY — Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport > Machine-readable reference for MSY. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/msy HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/msy Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/msy.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/MSY.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-02T22:59:58.718+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - IATA: MSY - ICAO: KMSY - City: New Orleans - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/Chicago - Distance from city: 11 miles (18 km) west of downtown New Orleans - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: 13.2M - Official website: https://flymsy.com ## Overview Welcome Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) isn’t just a transport hub; it’s a culinary destination. The single terminal at MSY feels more like a vibrant New Orleans food hall rather than an average airport. Travelers are often encouraged to arrive early, not just for the usual security cushion, but to indulge in local favorites like the famous beignets at Café du Monde or a sit-down meal at Leah’s Kitchen. With local New Orleans brands present at nearly every turn, the airport stay becomes an extension of the city’s renowned culinary scene. At a glance Handling over 13.2 million passengers per year, MSY may not be a behemoth of air travel, but it manages to encapsulate the spirit of New Orleans in a modern space. The airport lies 11 miles west of downtown, with its single modern terminal serving as a calling card for local hospitality and cuisine. MSY maintains active service with major airlines such as American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Southwest Airlines across 22 gates. Terminals & layout MSY's single terminal is strategically designed to bring travelers a sense of place with its streamlined layout. The concourses are decked with local art and dotted wi… ## Terminals (1) - **Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport terminal** — 22 gates · airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/terminals/1 ## Dining (20) - **Airport Café and Bar** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/airport-cafe-and-bar - **Auntie Anne’s** — $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/auntie-anne-s - **Bar Sazerac** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/bar-sazerac - **Café du Monde** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/cafe-du-monde - **Chili’s** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/chili-s - **Dooks Burger Bar** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/dooks-burger-bar - **Emeril’s Table** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/emeril-s-table - **Great American Bagel** — $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/great-american-bagel - **IHOP** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/ihop - **Leah’s Kitchen** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/leah-s-kitchen - **Midway Pizza** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/midway-pizza - **Mondo** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/mondo - **MoPho** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/mopho - **MSY Jazz Garden Bar** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/msy-jazz-garden-bar - **PJ’s Coffee** — $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/pj-s-coffee - **Popeyes** — $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/popeyes - **Shake Shack** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/shake-shack - **Vino Volo** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/vino-volo - **WOW Café** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/wow-cafe - **Ye Olde College Inn** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/restaurants/ye-olde-college-inn ## Lounges (8) - **American Airlines Admirals Club** — access: American eligible passengers URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/american-airlines-admirals-club - **Chapel Quiet Room** — access: Public quiet space URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/chapel-quiet-room - **Delta Sky Club** — access: Delta eligible passengers URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/delta-sky-club - **Escape Lounge** — access: Pay-in, memberships URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/escape-lounge - **Military Lounge** — access: Active duty military and families URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/military-lounge - **The Club MSY** — access: Post-security, Priority Pass + day pass · day pass: $50 · 04:00-21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/the-club-msy - **United Club** — access: United eligible passengers URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/united-club - **USO Lounge** — access: Military and dependents URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/lounges/uso-lounge ## Shops (15) - **Airport Wireless** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/airport-wireless - **CNN Newsstand** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/cnn-newsstand - **Duty Free Americas** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/duty-free-americas - **Fleurty Girl** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/fleurty-girl - **Hudson** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/hudson - **Hudson Booksellers** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/hudson-booksellers - **InMotion** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/inmotion - **Jazz + Heritage Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/jazz-heritage-shop - **MAC Cosmetics** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/mac-cosmetics - **NOLA Couture** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/nola-couture - **Paradies Lagardère Travel Essentials** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/paradies-lagardere-travel-essentials - **Rosetta Stone Kiosk** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/rosetta-stone-kiosk - **Saints Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/saints-shop - **Sunglass Hut** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/sunglass-hut - **TripAdvisor Store** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/shops/tripadvisor-store ## Parking (9) - **Economy Garage** — Economy parking · $12/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/economy-garage - **Economy** — Remote · $12/day, $3/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/economy-parking - **Long Term Garage** — Long-term parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/long-term-garage - **Long Term** — Long stay · $22/day, $3/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/long-term-parking - **Short Term Garage** — Short-term parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/short-term-garage - **Short Term** — Short stay · $26/day, $3/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/short-term-parking - **Surface Lot** — Remote · $20/day, $3/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/surface-lot-parking - **Valet** — Valet · $36/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/valet-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet service · $36/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/parking/valet-parking-2 ## Ground transport (8) - **Airport Taxicab** — Metered taxi · 20-30 minutes · 36 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/airport-taxicab - **Hotel Shuttle** — Courtesy shuttle · 45-60 minutes · 20-30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/hotel-shuttle - **Jefferson Transit E1** — Bus route · 45-60 minutes · $2.00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/jefferson-transit-e1 - **Lyft** — Rideshare · 20-30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/lyft - **Rental Car Center Shuttle** — Airport shuttle · 5 minutes · $0 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/rental-car-center-shuttle - **RTA 202 Airport Express** — Bus route · 30-45 minutes · $1.25 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/rta-202-airport-express - **RTA Veterans Boulevard buses** — Local bus routes URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/rta-veterans-boulevard-buses - **Uber** — Rideshare · 20-30 minutes · 25-40 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/msy/transport/uber ## Insider tips - _Insider_: For quicker access to Café du Monde, head to the airside location near Concourse B/C where lines move faster. - _Local_: For an authentic meal, check out Leah's Kitchen in the main atrium, praised for its close-to-home flavors. - _Quiet_: Seeking some peace? Find solitude at the end of Concourse A; it’s less crowded with ample seating and outlets. - _Money_: Eat before you arrive; airport food hits high prices like $15 sandwiches and $10 beers. - _Insider_: For lounge access without elite status, The Club MSY is a top pick; get there early during peak times to secure a spot. - _Avoid_: Avoid last-minute rideshares post-event; instead, check flat taxi rates, as surges can make apps expensive. - _Insider_: Park early; Economy and Surface lots often fill up during holiday weekends. ## Travellers notes mentioning MSY - [Turn Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport into Your Own Club: Smart Ways To Use Its Lounges and Food](https://airport.flights/notes/msy-new-orleans-flyers-can) — by Apinya Chaiyaphum, 2026-07-08 How frequent flyers can treat Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) like a mini lounge hub, using The Club MSY, airline clubs, the military lounge, and targeted dining inside its single-terminal layout. - [Where New Orleans travelers should leave the car at Louis Armstrong Airport for a multi‑day trip](https://airport.flights/notes/msy-parking) — by Imani Reeves, 2026-06-22 Trying to choose long-term parking at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Compare on-site lots and off-site garages to avoid overpaying. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/MSY.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/msy/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/msy/departures — HTML page with live departures