MSY - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

New Orleans, United States

IATA Code: MSY · New Orleans, United States

The airport code MSY is the IATA identifier for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. You may also find it referred to as New Orleans Airport (MSY).

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) serves New Orleans, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

MSY is the IATA airport code for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, located in New Orleans, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 29.9934°N, 90.2580°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)

$5.21/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
MSY
City
New Orleans
Country
United States
Timezone
America/Chicago
Latitude
29.9934°
Longitude
-90.2580°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MSY

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
NEW - New Orleans 23 km $336 $1/passenger
NBG - New Orleans 28 km $408 $1/passenger
BTR - Baton Rouge 105 km $1,532 $3/passenger
GPT - Gulfport 123 km $1,794 $4/passenger
MCB - Mc Comb 133 km $1,940 $4/passenger
BIX - Biloxi 136 km $1,984 $4/passenger
ARA - Louisiana 157 km $2,290 $5/passenger
LFT - Lafayette 168 km $2,451 $5/passenger
HBG - Hattiesburg 171 km $2,495 $5/passenger
PIB - Hattiesburg/Laurel 186 km $2,713 $5/passenger
MOB - Mobile 208 km $3,034 $6/passenger
BFM - Mobile 222 km $3,239 $6/passenger
ESF - Alexandria 249 km $3,632 $7/passenger
GUF - Gulf Shores 251 km $3,662 $7/passenger
JAN - Jackson 258 km $3,764 $8/passenger
AEX - Alexandria 265 km $3,866 $8/passenger
NPA - Pensacola 285 km $4,158 $8/passenger
LCH - Lake Charles 286 km $4,172 $8/passenger
MEI - Meridian 297 km $4,333 $9/passenger
PNS - Pensacola 300 km $4,376 $9/passenger
POE - Fort Polk 304 km $4,435 $9/passenger
DRI - Deridder 310 km $4,522 $9/passenger
NSE - Milton 321 km $4,683 $9/passenger
MLU - Monroe 327 km $4,770 $10/passenger
BPT - Beaumont 362 km $5,281 $11/passenger
VPS - Valparaiso 363 km $5,295 $11/passenger
EGI - Crestview 366 km $5,339 $11/passenger
DSI - Destin 367 km $5,354 $11/passenger
CEW - Crestview 369 km $5,383 $11/passenger
JAS - Jasper 375 km $5,471 $11/passenger
BMT - Beaumont 381 km $5,558 $11/passenger
GWO - Greenwood 390 km $5,689 $11/passenger
GLH - Greenville 394 km $5,748 $11/passenger
SEM - Selma 406 km $5,923 $12/passenger
GTR - Columbus Mississippi 415 km $6,054 $12/passenger
BAD - Shreveport 427 km $6,229 $12/passenger
ECP - Panama City 431 km $6,287 $13/passenger
ELD - El Dorado 433 km $6,317 $13/passenger
SHV - Shreveport 435 km $6,346 $13/passenger
DTN - Shreveport 436 km $6,360 $13/passenger
TCL - Tuscaloosa AL 438 km $6,390 $13/passenger
CBM - Colombus 441 km $6,433 $13/passenger
PFN - Panama City 441 km $6,433 $13/passenger
ETS - Enterprise 441 km $6,433 $13/passenger
MGM - MONTGOMERY 448 km $6,535 $13/passenger
LFK - Lufkin 451 km $6,579 $13/passenger
PAM - Panama City 451 km $6,579 $13/passenger
GLS - Galveston 452 km $6,594 $13/passenger
TOI - Troy 455 km $6,638 $13/passenger
MXF - Montgomery 456 km $6,652 $13/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MSY Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

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Climate & Weather at New Orleans

New Orleans enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through MSY

Traveling through New Orleans in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.

🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips

Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.

Planning Your Trip via MSY

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