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Popular Airport

Joint Reserve Base New Orleans - NAS JRB New Orleans Airport

Popular Airlines

Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 30 min

Approximate Travel Distance

1285 Km

Transportation to Airport from Columbus City Center

John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl. Airport

In order to get to John Glenn Columbus International Airport on your return journey, you can either take a bus from the city center or use airport charter vehicles. Taking a taxi is also a very easy and fast option. If you have rented a car during your travel, you can deliver it at the airport car park.

Taxi

In Columbus, taximeters start with 3 dollars and the fare increases 45 cents per mile. If you have to wait, you would have to pay extra 45 cents per minute. The taxi fare is calculated by adding a tax of 7.5% to total cost. The average cost of going to the airport by taxi from the city center is 25 dollars and the journey takes only 10 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Charter Service

You can get comfortable and convenient access to the airport from the city center by agreeing with 17 different charter bus companies serving at the airport or 15 different limousines / minivan charter companies. You must remember to book in advance. You can learn the contact information of these companies from the airport or you can ask your hotel to help you.

Car Rental

If you want to be free in terms of transportation during your trip, you can rent a car. If you prefer one of the 8 companies with an office at the airport, you can deliver your car in the airport car park. It is possible to reach the airport in a short time by following the I-670 W motorway with the car you rent.

Bus

You can easily get to the airport by bus number 52 or 92, which you can take at the city center. Both buses depart every half an hour. You can buy your ticket by credit card from the machines at the bus stops. Ticket price is 2.75 dollars for one way.

Airport Information

The airport is located 6 miles east of Columbus city center. Besides all basic units such as cash dispenser, foreign exchange office, deposit box at John Glenn Columbus Airport, there also extra services such as 1 lounge, pet rest area and smoking areas. All terminals have a free Wi-Fi network. There are cafes and bars that appeal to different preferences and shops that sell different products for those who want to shop at the airport.

Transportation to New Orleans City Center from Airport

Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport

You can reach the city center from New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport by taking a taxi or using the airport shuttle service. It’s also possible to do this much less costly by using public transport and taking the bus. If you want to save time and travel in comfort, or luxury, then you can rent a car or a limousine. You can also see if you can make use of an airport shuttle service offered by your hotel.  

Taxi

There are 2 separate waiting locations for taxis outside the exit of the arrivals terminal where passengers should get in line. The taxi fare from the airport to the city center is 36 dollars for 1 or 2 people, 15 dollars more is added per person if you are more than two people. If you don’t want to pay with cash then the taxis also accept credit card payments.

Airport Shuttle Service

The airport shuttle service can take passengers to main points in the center and to various hotels. You can get tickets from the Airport Shuttle kiosk that’s just outside the arrivals terminal exit. A one-way ticket for one person is 24 dollars. If you know you’re going to use the shuttle service again, then you can get a round-trip ticket for 44 dollars. Every passenger has an allowance of 3 bags. If you have luggage in a non-standard shape or size then you may need to pay some extra fees.

Car Rental

There’s a consolidated car rental system (CONRAC) in New Orleans Louis Armstrong International in a separate location to the terminal building. You can choose a car that’s suited for you budget there from 9 separate agencies. To get to CONRAC you should use the exit next to the baggage reclaim belt 12 - 14 and walk a short distance. To get to the city center from the airport you should follow the I-10 W motorway and it should take around 20 minutes to reach the city center.

Bus

If you prefer to use public transport then you can reach the city center in around 40 minutes by taking the 202 bus. The ticket price is $ 1.50.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Hotels also offer shuttle services to and from New Orleans Airport. It’s quite practical and comfortable but can be a little more expensive than taking the bus. You can contact your hotel to inquire about whether they provide this service and get some more detailed information if they do.

Limousine

If you want to have a comfortable and luxurious journey then you can rent a limousine from the A-Airport Limousine agency that’s located in the baggage claim area of arrivals. Prices begin at $58 for 2 people and go up to $ 118 for 8 people.

Weather in New Orleans

DayMin - Max
TuesdayMin 9ºC - Max 20ºC
WednesdayMin 13ºC - Max 20ºC
ThursdayMin 15ºC - Max 24ºC
FridayMin 19ºC - Max 26ºC
SaturdayMin 19ºC - Max 26ºC

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