Gateway to the Crescent City, serving the Gulf South.
Opened
1946
Location
Kenner, Louisiana, United States
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY/KMSY) is the primary commercial airport serving New Orleans, Louisiana, and the broader Gulf South region. It is named after the legendary jazz musician and New Orleans native Louis Armstrong, reflecting the city's rich musical heritage.
The airport opened a state-of-the-art new terminal in 2019, replacing its aging predecessor and consolidating all passenger operations under one roof. This facility significantly modernized the passenger experience with updated amenities, dining, and retail options.
MSY serves millions of passengers annually and connects New Orleans to dozens of domestic destinations as well as select international routes. It plays a critical economic role for the region, supporting tourism, business travel, and cargo operations.
Terminals
The airport operates a single modern terminal building that opened in November 2019, housing all passenger gates and airline operations under one unified concourse.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible from downtown New Orleans primarily by taxi, rideshare services, and shuttle buses, with no direct rail link to the city center as of the latest information.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving MSY include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines, among others.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is named after jazz legend Louis Armstrong, a native of New Orleans.
- ›A brand-new terminal opened in November 2019, replacing the former facility that dated to the mid-20th century.
- ›MSY is located in Kenner, Louisiana, approximately 15 miles west of downtown New Orleans.
- ›The airport was significantly impacted by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, temporarily shutting down commercial operations.
- ›The IATA code MSY derives from 'Moisant Stock Yards,' the name of the land on which the original airport was built.
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