Taxicabs

There is a cab stand right outside of the airport on level 1. Fares are $36 each way for one or two people. Three people or more are $14 each. There is a $1 per bag fee. This fare is good from the airport to anywhere in the city of New Orleans. It’s regulated by the city but is subject to change.

Ride Sharing

For those traveling with children who need car seats or booster seats, KreweCar is a family-friendly rideshare app that allows you to book safe rides in advance with professional drivers who are screened and background-checked. Download their app and book in advance to ensure availability. You can also easily order an Uber or Lyft when you land at the New Orleans airport, and they’ll get you to your destination in no time! Located on level 1, there is a designated spot for rideshare pick-ups. It is conveniently outside of baggage claim, so grab your suitcase and meet your driver. Trips to and from the airport with start and end locations in Orleans Parish are a minimum of $36.

Lyft has launched Fast Match at the new MSY. Request a Lyft ride typically through the app, and if available, you'll see a new screen pop up in your app. Tap to get a unique four-digit code, and follow the directions to the Lyft Fast Match line. An ambassador will be there to assist you.

City Bus

Hop the RTA’s 202 Airport Express, which travels from the airport terminals to Elk Place at Canal Street in Downtown New Orleans. The fare is $1.50 and the bus makes 9 daily trips to New Orleans.

Before you start your streetcar journey, it’s important to know how­ to get started in the first place. If you’re paying with cash, correct change is required. For adults, that means $1.25 per ride (children aged five to 12th grade are $0.50 and seniors/riders with disabilities are $0.40). Prefer cashless? Download Le Pass, the official app of the New Orleans RTA to see routes with live updates, purchase passes, and get more information about accessibility.