How far is airport from cruise port in New Orleans?

How do I get to the cruise terminal from the airport? It is about 16 miles from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to the various cruise terminals. We suggest estimating 30 minutes of travel time to get to and from the destinations by taxis, Uber or Lyft.



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In that case you'll usually find Uber/Lyft or taxi to be the least expensive way to get to the port. It's about $35 for a ride to the port from the airport for up to four people. Closer locations are even less expensive.

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The Port of New Orleans, also known as Port NOLA, is the sixth-largest cruise port in the U.S. It has two adjacent terminal complexes and is located a short 10-minute drive from Canal Street and the French Quarter.

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New Orleans cruise terminal Port NOLA has two terminals serving cruise ships (liners and riverboats) - Julia Street Cruise Terminal, and Erato Cruise Terminal, with combined wharf length (2 berths) 792 m (2600 ft).

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The Quarter is very small and the general rule is to stay in the area that is closest to the river from Bourbon St, not to wander past Dumaine after dark (because it's very residential and quiet and there is not a lot of other pedestrian traffic), and to avoid the first couple of blocks of Bourbon.

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Bus. As with most big cities, New Orleans has a great metropolitan bus system in order. Although less romantic than the streetcar, this modern mode of transport has more expansive routes, meaning that you can get to almost any area of the city with ease.

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Please note that all guests should arrive 60 minutes before their check-in-time in order to guarantee a smooth procedure. Please enter the data of your passport online no later than 24 hours before departure.

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NEW ORLEANS — Uber said during times of high demand, fares increase to help ensure a driver is always nearby and travelers can get a ride if needed. Some Uber ride prices Thursday night leaving the airport were as high as $100.

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The spring and fall are the optimal times to visit, with fewer tourists, cooler temperatures and lower prices. You'll also find that most everything is open during that time and easier to see without battling the crowds.

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On average, prices for cruises drop the most on Thursdays, according to CruiseWatch.com. The data also revealed Wednesdays to have the greatest price hikes during the week. The worst day to book if you're hoping for a price drop, according to the data, is on Sundays.

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Do not attempt to arrive earlier than is permitted. However, arriving later in the day (but before the designated cut-off time) can speed up the boarding process. It is always recommended to arrive at the pier at least 3 hours prior to the departure time. If you are late you risk being denied boarding.

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