Named after the legendary jazz trumpeter, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) serves as the primary gateway to the vibrant city of New Orleans. Located just 11 miles west of downtown, MSY is a bustling hub that connects the Crescent City to the world, welcoming over 10 million passengers annually.
General Information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
The following table is an overview of MSY Airport indicated below:
| Airport | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport |
| Airport Type | Public |
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport Code | MSY |
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport Terminals | 1 |
| Opened Year | 2019 |
| Serves | New Orleans metropolitan area |
| Operator | New Orleans Aviation Board |
| MSY Airport Runways | 2 |
| MSY Airport Coordinates | 29°59′36″N 090°15′29″W |
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport Address | 1 Terminal Dr, Kenner, LA 70062 |
| Official Phone Number | (504) 303-7500 |
| Official Website | https://flymsy.com |
| Elevation | 4 ft / 1 m |
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport Code
The Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport code is MSY. This three-letter IATA code has been derived from the name of the airport itself.
| IATA CODE | MSY |
| ICAO CODE | KMSY |
| FAA CODE | NA |
| WORLD AREA CODE | +1 |
| COUNTRY CODE | USA |
| IATA METROPOLITAN CODE | MSY |
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Map
The Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport location Map is a useful tool for finding your way around the airport, and for planning your journey.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Runways (MSY)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport features two state-of-the-art runways:
| Name | Length in (Ft) | Length in (Mtr) | Surface |
| 11/29 | 10,104 | 3,080 | Asphalt/concrete |
| 02/20 | 7,001 | 2,134 | Concrete |
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport Terminal MSY
MSY comprises a single terminal with three concourses: Concourse A, Concourse B, and Concourse C. Each concourse serves a specific group of airlines and destinations.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Concourse A:
Primarily serves domestic flights operated by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Concourse B:
Handles international flights and flights operated by Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Concourse C:
Accommodates flights operated by Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, and regional airlines
Nearest Airports to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport
Some of the closest airports to MSY Airport are:
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport – 346 miles
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport – 359 miles
- Memphis International Airport – 378 miles
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport – 473 miles
- Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport – 78 miles
- Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport – 87 miles
Airlines Operating from MSY International Airport
The following airlines operate from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport:
- Alaska Airlines
- Allegiant Air
- American Airlines
- Breeze Airways
- British Airways
- Delta Air Lines
- Frontier Airlines
- JetBlue
- Silver Airways
- Southwest Airlines
- Spirit Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
- United Airlines
- Vacation Express
