Airports Near Metairie Terrace
The closest airports to Metairie Terrace, Louisiana: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Metairie Terrace, Louisiana is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSY | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportNew Orleans, United States | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | International |
| NEW | Lakefront AirportNew Orleans, United States | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Regional |
| HUM | Houma Terrebonne AirportHouma, United States | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 14 min | Regional |
| BXA | George R Carr Memorial Air FieldBogalusa, United States | 60 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| BTR | Baton Rouge Metropolitan Ryan FieldBaton Rouge, United States | 70 mi / 113 km | 2 hr 6 min | Regional |
| GPT | Gulfport Biloxi International AirportGulfport, United States | 71 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | International |
| PTN | Harry P Williams Memorial AirportPatterson, United States | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 41 min | Regional |
| MCB | Mc Comb/Pike County/John E Lewis FieldMc Comb, United States | 85 mi / 137 km | 1 hr 59 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
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 Metairie Terrace. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MSY.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MSY 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 Metairie Terrace is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.