Airports Near Baton Rouge
The closest airports to Baton Rouge, Louisiana: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Baton Rouge, Louisiana is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Ryan Field (BTR), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTR | Baton Rouge Metropolitan Ryan FieldBaton Rouge, United States | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| ARA | Acadiana Regional AirportNew Iberia, United States | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 30 min | Regional |
| LFT | Lafayette Regional AirportLafayette, United States | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 30 min | Regional |
| PTN | Harry P Williams Memorial AirportPatterson, United States | 52 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Regional |
| OPL | St Landry Parish Ahart FieldOpelousas, United States | 55 mi / 88 km | 1 hr 38 min | Regional |
| MSY | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportNew Orleans, United States | 63 mi / 102 km | 1 hr 54 min | International |
| MCB | Mc Comb/Pike County/John E Lewis FieldMc Comb, United States | 66 mi / 107 km | 1 hr 59 min | Regional |
| HUM | Houma Terrebonne AirportHouma, United States | 68 mi / 110 km | 2 hr 3 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Baton Rouge Metropolitan Ryan Field (BTR) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) (63 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Baton Rouge. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BTR.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BTR saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Baton Rouge is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Ryan Field (BTR), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.