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title: "Using Uber at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport"
description: "Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) handled more than 10 million passengers in 2015, a nearly 9% increase from the previous year, making preparation useful for travelers. The post recommends Uber as an alternative to parking, with uberX or uberXL available and pickup at the Ground Transportation Center on the first floor of the short-term parking garage. After collecting luggage and selecting a vehicle, riders should follow the airport signs; drivers wait at designated parking spots, and riders can call if they have trouble connecting. Additional resources cover terminal maps, traffic, flight status, airport updates, TSA guidelines, and security wait times. It also points visitors toward the French Quarter, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, and Casamento’s, noting attractions, trails, historical sites, gumbo, and an oyster loaf sandwich."
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# Using Uber at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

[Uber](https://yomu.fyi/company/uber) · Apr 28, 2026

**Type:** Explainer

## Summary

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) handled more than 10 million passengers in 2015, a nearly 9% increase from the previous year, making preparation useful for travelers. The post recommends Uber as an alternative to parking, with uberX or uberXL available and pickup at the Ground Transportation Center on the first floor of the short-term parking garage. After collecting luggage and selecting a vehicle, riders should follow the airport signs; drivers wait at designated parking spots, and riders can call if they have trouble connecting. Additional resources cover terminal maps, traffic, flight status, airport updates, TSA guidelines, and security wait times. It also points visitors toward the French Quarter, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, and Casamento’s, noting attractions, trails, historical sites, gumbo, and an oyster loaf sandwich.

## Context

The guidance is aimed at travelers using Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and visitors planning activities and dining in New Orleans. It cites 2015 passenger traffic and covers airport logistics alongside local highlights.

## Approach / What changed

Use Uber instead of airport parking, request an uberX or uberXL after collecting luggage, and follow signs to the Ground Transportation Center on the first floor of the short-term parking garage. Riders should go to the designated parking spot and call the driver if they have trouble locating one.

## Takeaways

- Uber pickups are directed to the Ground Transportation Center on the first floor of the short-term parking garage.
- Travelers can choose uberX or uberXL, with uberXL suggested for luggage.
- The airport guidance includes terminal maps, traffic and flight-status resources, TSA guidelines, security wait times, and airport updates.

## FAQ

### Where should Uber riders go after collecting their luggage at MSY?

After selecting a vehicle type, riders should follow signs to the Ground Transportation Center. It is on the first floor of the short-term parking garage, where the Uber partner waits at a designated parking spot.

### What should riders do if they cannot find their Uber driver?

They should call the driver and coordinate. The guidance specifically recommends calling if the designated pickup arrangement does not make the driver easy to locate.

### Which Uber vehicle types are suggested for airport travel?

The guidance recommends uberX or uberXL. UberXL is suggested for travelers with luggage.

**Tags:** [Uber](https://yomu.fyi/topic/uber)

- Source: [Uber](https://www.uber.com/us/en/blog/using-uber-at-louis-armstrong-new-orleans-international-airport)
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