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5 Oct, Mon
New Orleans – Colombo
1d 15h 48m
2 stop
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- Average over the last 30 days $647
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Transportation to Airport from New Orleans City Center
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport
You can either use taxis, shuttle services, or public buses to reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from the city centre. It is also possible to hire a car or limousine. In addition, some hotels in the city offer airport shuttle services to its guests.
Taxi
You can find a taxi to drive you to the airport 24 hours a day, which costs on average 30 to 40 dollars. You can pay both in cash and with a credit card.
Shuttle Service
Airport shuttle service companies pick up travellers from their hotels or designated places in the city centre. If you would like to use the shuttle service on your way back, you can buy a return ticket when you land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
A one-way ticket is sold for 24 dollars while a return ticket costs 44 dollars. Travellers are allowed to take up to 3 bags with them for free. If you have not made the adjustments beforehand, your hotel can provide you with the contact information, route, and the schedule.
Car Rental
You will see many car rental companies in New Orleans city centre. Your hotel can provide you with the contact details of car rental companies. If planning to reach the airport with your rented vehicle, you need to take the Interstate 10 W (I-10 W) highway. The journey from the city centre to the airport in normal traffic conditions take approximately 20 minutes.
Bus
If you prefer to use public transportation to get to the airport, you can take the bus route 202 from the city centre. It takes around 40 minutes, and a ticket costs 1.5 dollars.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Some hotels in New Orleans offers shuttle service to its guests. It is a very practical alternative for those who do not want to worry about how they are going to reach the airport. However, it is a little costlier when compared to a taxi. You should find out whether your hotel provides shuttle services, and make need to book a seat in advance.
Limousine
You can arrange an extremely luxurious and comfortable ride from your hotel to the airport with the A-Airport Limousine company located at the airport. The prices start from 58 dollars for 2 people and increase up to 118 dollars for 8 people.
Airport Information
New Orleans International Airport, which was named after the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong, is located 11 miles west of the city centre. You can eat, drink, or shop at the airport. Apart from basic facilities like the post office, Bureau de Change (currency exchange) offices, a child care room, and ATMs, there are two lounges and duty free shops also available at the airport. Additionally, free Wi-Fi is available across the airport.
Transportation to Colombo City Center from Airport
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport
Sri Lanka's capital city, Colombo, located on the southern part of Asia, is known for its Colombo Harbor, which is frequented by many merchant ships. The rivers and canals in the city add a different beauty and naturalness to the city. Sri Lanka is starting to become a tourist center as a result of the renovated and newly opened buildings thanks to the urban transformation that started in the city.
Transportation in Colombo is provided by many different transportation means. The sympathetic three-wheeled vehicles, special to the city, known tuk-tuk serve at short distances. Other transport options include buses, trains and taxis as well as ferries linking India and the city. Bandaranayike Airport connects Colombo with all the cities in the world.
There are buses that travel at certain intervals during the day from Bandaranayike Airport to the city center. Taxis carry passengers to the city center on a busy pace all day.
Taxi
Taxis are very popular as transportation facilities at the airport are limited and buses, which do not work at night, have long intervals. You need to clearly tell the route you want to go to the driver of the taxi, which you can easily take at the airport exit.
Bus
There is an express route between the city of Colombo and the airport, which can only be used by buses. Thanks to this special road, bus number 187-E3 can reach the city center in half an hour. In order to take the buses in front of the terminal building you need to buy tickets in advance.
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Which airports can I use for New Orleans-Colombo flights?
Which airports can I use for New Orleans-Colombo flights?
For New Orleans-Colombo flights, you can use Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from New Orleans-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from New Orleans-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between New Orleans-Colombo is 15775 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 19 hour 40 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for New Orleans-Colombo flights?
Which day is the most convenient for New Orleans-Colombo flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for New Orleans-Colombo flights is Monday.
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