Car Rental at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Compact SUV
Buick Encore
or similar
$43.65
per day
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Rogue
or similar
$54.45
per day
Full-size
Toyota Camry
or similar
$54.51
per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar
$57.08
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Economy
Chevrolet Spark
or similar
$57.46
per day
Premium
Nissan Maxima
or similar
$64.20
per day
Luxury
Chrysler 300
or similar
$95.68
per day
Standard Elite SUV
Chevrolet Traverse
or similar
$98.15
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:35 PM on 12/12/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$66 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 120 km/h or 55 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.80 per liter or $3.03 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.69 per liter or $2.61 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.87 per liter or $3.29 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Proud, historic, and culturally distinct, New Orleans is hands down one of the most interesting cities in the United States. Its Creole heritage is well known, but the city is a mixture of various unique influences, something that is well reflected in its architecture and cuisine. These are three of its most interesting attractions:
- French Quarter. The most touristic, but, for many, also the most charming part of the city, the historical French Quarter provides a fascinating insight into Louisiana's unique roots. As could be expected, the area is home to not just a special atmosphere, but also plenty of famous landmarks that include the Old French Market, St. Louis Cathedral, and Historical New Orleans Collection, a local history museum.
- New Orleans Jazz Museum. If Creole roots is one quintessential feature of New Orleans, then jazz is definitely another one. Considered the birthplace of the genre, New Orleans has given the world countless virtuosos, and their life stories can be explored in this unique museum that also frequently hosts live concerts. The museum is also in the aforementioned French Quarter, near the left bank of the Mississippi. Visit its website to learn more.
- City Park. Taking up a significant portion of the city’s north – it is quite a bit larger than the Central Park in New York – NOLA’s main public park is a fun place to visit. Not only does it have a real Louisiana bayou and a fascinating old oak growth, but the park is also home to attractions like the New Orleans Botanical Garden and Louisiana Children’s Museum. Speaking of nature, the park can also serve as a gateway to the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge which is only a 25-minute drive to its east.
Top international routes
- London-Heathrow
- Frankfurt
- Toronto
- Montreal
- Cancun
- Panama City
Main airlines
Southwest is the most popular airline at MSY carrying more than a third of the airport’s passengers. It flies to almost 30 major destinations across the United States in addition to Cancun.
Delta is the second most popular airline serving the airport. Its main connection is with its hub in Atlanta. It also flies to a few other major cities. American Airlines also serves many passengers. Its most popular destinations are Los Angeles, a hub of its, and Dallas-Fort Worth, its main hub. Its hubs in Chicago and Charlotte are also served by it. Finally, the third major airline, United also serves many passengers at the airport with its hub in Houston and Chicago being its most popular destinations.
The low-cost airline Spirit has become a popular airline at the airport. It serves around 20 different cities around the country and continues to add new destinations.
Starting in 2021, Breeze Airways now flies to New Orleans from Jacksonville. In the summer of 2022, it will also add Savannah as a destination
Finally, major international airlines located at the airport include British Airways (which flies to and from London- Heathrow), Copa Airlines (which flies to and from Panama City), Condor (which flies seasonally to Frankfurt), Air Canada Express (which flies to Toronto), and Air Transat (which flies to Montreal).
Delta is the second most popular airline serving the airport. Its main connection is with its hub in Atlanta. It also flies to a few other major cities. American Airlines also serves many passengers. Its most popular destinations are Los Angeles, a hub of its, and Dallas-Fort Worth, its main hub. Its hubs in Chicago and Charlotte are also served by it. Finally, the third major airline, United also serves many passengers at the airport with its hub in Houston and Chicago being its most popular destinations.
The low-cost airline Spirit has become a popular airline at the airport. It serves around 20 different cities around the country and continues to add new destinations.
Starting in 2021, Breeze Airways now flies to New Orleans from Jacksonville. In the summer of 2022, it will also add Savannah as a destination
Finally, major international airlines located at the airport include British Airways (which flies to and from London- Heathrow), Copa Airlines (which flies to and from Panama City), Condor (which flies seasonally to Frankfurt), Air Canada Express (which flies to Toronto), and Air Transat (which flies to Montreal).
Terminals
The airport’s single terminal opened in November 2019. The previous terminal on the south side of the airport has been closed. The new terminal has three concourses. Concourse A is the international concourse handling all international arrivals. Therefore, British Airways, Condor, Transat, Air Canada, and Copa use the concourse. Southwest, Alaska and American use Concourse B. Finally, United Delta, Spirit, Frontier, and JetBlue fly from Concourse C.
Location
Louis Armstrong International is actually located in the suburb of Kenner, Louisiana. It is about 15 miles west of the French Quarter. I-10 is the quickest route to and from the airport. US-61 is also an option, though it takes significantly wronger.
Most popular types of rental car
- Convertibles - from $71 per day
- Large cars - from $46 per day
- Medium cars - from $55 per day
- Vans - from $66 per day
- Premium cars - from $61 per day
- Small cars - from $57 per day
- SUVs - from $44 per day
Car rental desks
All of the suppliers that are located at the airport have rental desks in the consolidated car rental facility. Unfortunately, this facility is located on the south side of the airport next to the old terminal. It, therefore, requires a shuttle to reach, taking about 15-20 minutes. Make sure to account for this time when returning to the airport. The desks are generally open all but a few hours in the middle of the night when no flights land at the airport.
To return your car to the facility, you must take Exit 23A from I-10 (one exit before the main exit for the terminal) and follow the Airport Access Road all the way to the facility.
To return your car to the facility, you must take Exit 23A from I-10 (one exit before the main exit for the terminal) and follow the Airport Access Road all the way to the facility.
Services and facilities
As the airport’s terminal is brand new, it offers all one would expect of a modern, major airport.
The airport offers free unlimited WiFi throughout the terminal. Charging stations can also be found throughout the terminal. For those who want to relax, a Delta Sky Club can be found near Concourse C. there will soon be another lounge, the Club MSY, and a Be Relax which offers spa services.
Hungry travelers can find everything from fast-food chains such as chick-fil-a and Panda Express to the restaurants of local celebrity chefs Emeril Lagasse and John Folse. And yes, you can find a kiosk of the famous Cafe du Monde in the airport where you can have beignets and a cafe au lait.
The airport offers free unlimited WiFi throughout the terminal. Charging stations can also be found throughout the terminal. For those who want to relax, a Delta Sky Club can be found near Concourse C. there will soon be another lounge, the Club MSY, and a Be Relax which offers spa services.
Hungry travelers can find everything from fast-food chains such as chick-fil-a and Panda Express to the restaurants of local celebrity chefs Emeril Lagasse and John Folse. And yes, you can find a kiosk of the famous Cafe du Monde in the airport where you can have beignets and a cafe au lait.
Nearest gas station
The rental car facility is located on the south side of the airport, so the closest gas station is a Shell station on Airline Drive. If coming from I-10, you need to skip the Airport Access Road and continue to Airline Drive to reach it. From the station, take a left and there will be another entrance to the airport in 0.2 miles (roughly 300 meters).
Airport info
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
- IATA: MSY
- ICAO: KMSY
- Name: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
- Distance from city: 10 miles / 16.1 km
Top 5 locations near Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
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327.5 km / 203.5 miles away
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435.3 km / 270.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is December — when rental costs average $40.46 per day. This is 26% cheaper than the yearly average and 36% cheaper than renting a car in November (when prices average $63.38 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in June the average rental period is 9 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in December, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Thrifty, Ace Rent a car, Dollar, Alamo, GreenMotion |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Large cars, Medium cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | $44 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | GreenMotion |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrifty | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Thrifty | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Thrifty | Mazda 3 | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| Thrifty | Ford Focus | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Economy rent a car | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Thrifty | Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Versa | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Thrifty | Chevrolet Spark | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Thrifty | Chevrolet Malibu | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
FAQ
How old do I have to be to rent a car in Louisiana?
You have to be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Louisiana, though the minimum age may be higher for some categories of vehicles.
Is there any additional cost if I am 21 years old?
All rental companies charge an additional fee for drivers under the age of 25. This is because younger drivers are seen as having a higher risk of accidents.
If I rent a car in New Orleans, can I drive to Texas or Mississippi?
Yes, no matter which company you rent from, you can travel to neighboring states.
Can I use my auto insurance to cover a rental car in New Orleans?
Yes, if you are a resident of the US or Canada, your rate will not include any coverage and you can either use your own auto insurance or purchase coverage at the rental desk.
Are there any tolls in the New Orleans area?
The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway is a toll bridge with tolls being collected on the southbound side (there are no tolls in the direction leaving New Orleans due to congestion).
Can I pay the toll for the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway in cash?
Yes, there are physical toll booths on the southbound lanes at which you can pay with cash, though the rate is slightly higher.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
KF
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
10/16/24
The French Quarter is nice if you want to drink, but the French Market is much better for cultural sights and shopping.
WM
Australia
Hyundai Elantra
2/15/24
Travelled from New Orleans to the great state of Mississippi.
LH
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
2/22/23
It was Mardi Gras...enough said...
CG
United States of America (USA)
Ford Transit
11/16/22
Very welcome and sweet friendly people
JD
United States of America (USA)
Chrysler 200
5/31/22
Once we arrived at baggage claim, we called the rental representative and were instructed to take the airport shuttle to the car rental building. When we arrived at that building, we had to call again and then waited only 5 minutes or so before a car arrived to take us to the Green Motion rental building about 5 minutes away. We were serviced and out the door in less then 10 minutes. Rental representatives were very friendly and welcoming. They even had trip recommendations to check out while we were in town.
RJ
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Altima
4/23/22
We visited family in MS and the whole gulf coast was great
ED
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
4/16/22
Go with local/small business and get top notch customer service!
TM
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
3/9/22
It was all good.
BB
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
6/3/21
New Orleans was dope. Would recommend.
WH
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
5/24/21
Lot of favorite places were closed or closed very early. However the friendly welcoming attitudes abounded. The city is coming back slowly. Can’t wait to return, hopefully, in the fall when most restaurants, music venues should be back to near normal.
DB
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Altima
5/15/21
The guys were great!!! thanks to Ray for the pick up and delivery service back to the airport.
JR
United States of America (USA)
Chrysler 200
4/30/21
Great value. Nice people. Great return experience. NO RENTAL CAR SHUTTLE BS. Direct to terminal after drop off.
LW
United States of America (USA)
Mercedes C Class
10/6/20
This place was great and will use every time I return
I visited My Mother and grew up there so not a lot to say I miss the food and home
RB
United States of America (USA)
Mercedes C Class
8/6/20
rough because of Covid right now. Made the best of it...
CS
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Silverado
7/30/20
Great prices
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
GreenMotion
8 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Thrifty
7.1 / 10
Total number of reviews
15
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
$65.65
Lowest daily price
$43.65
Total cars available
474
Top 12 suppliers at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in 2024
+15042874090
1701 Airline Dr, Kenner, LA 70062
$44 - $49
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 17:00
Tue:08:00 - 17:00
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8337890984
600 RENTAL BLVD,
$55 - $343
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
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Dollar
+18664342226
600 Rental Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062
$55 - $210
Working hours
Mon:06:00 - 23:59
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SIXT
+18887498227
600 Rental Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062-8304
$55 - $210
Working hours
Mon:06:00 - 23:59
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Hertz
+15044683675
600 Rental Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062
$55 - $210
Working hours
Mon:06:00 - 23:59
Tue:06:00 - 23:59
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Avis
+15044649511
New Orleans Intl Apo
$63 - $96
Working hours
Mon:05:00 - 02:00
Tue:05:00 - 02:00
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Budget
+15044671296
Armstrong New Orleans Intl Apo
$66 - $342
Working hours
Mon:05:00 - 02:00
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+18888266890 / +18337890985
600 Rental Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062
$58 - $326
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
Tue:00:00 - 23:59
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Enterprise
8337890983
600 RENTAL BLVD.,
$57 - $326
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
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Ace Rent a car
+15044643001
1241 Airline Dr, Kenner, LA 70062
$57 - $326
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 17:00
Tue:08:00 - 17:00
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Fri:08:00 - 17:00
Sat:09:00 - 15:00
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Routes Car Rental
+15045001880
1900 Airline Dr, Kenner,Louisiana, 70062
$57 - $326
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 17:00
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Thu:08:00 - 17:00
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+18772830898
600 Rental Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062, USA
$54 - $97
Working hours
Mon:06:00 - 23:59
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