About this Location

Facility Overview

The Long Term Parking Garage at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is a modern, state-of-the-art multi-level parking deck located directly on-campus at 1 Terminal Drive in Kenner, Louisiana. Built alongside MSY\'s modern terminal facility, this expansive garage provides thousands of sheltered, weather-protected parking spaces organized across multiple vertical tiers. It is engineered with wide travel lanes, clear lane markings, and an integrated electronic space-tracking guidance system with overhead indicator lights that signal open bays. Standard passenger vehicles, crossovers, minivans, and full-size SUVs can comfortably navigate the facility, though oversized commercial vehicles, high-top sprinter vans, and lifted pickup trucks should verify the posted garage clearance (generally 8 feet on the ground clearance and 7 feet 0 inches on upper levels) before entering.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned immediately adjacent to the terminal entrance, the garage is the premier choice for travelers originating from or departing to the greater New Orleans metropolitan area. Pedestrian walkways seamlessly connect the garage to the terminal concourses (A, B, and C), ticketing desks, and baggage claim areas, enabling an effortless walking time of just 3 to 5 minutes from vehicle to security check. Beyond terminal operations, the facility provides quick access to surrounding Kenner and Metairie attractions including the Laketown waterfront on Lake Pontchartrain (10 minutes away), the Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center, Treasure Chest Casino, and the Esplanade Mall commerce district. For those visiting downtown New Orleans, the historic French Quarter, Caesars Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center are an easy 15-to-20-mile drive via Interstate 10.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Reaching the Long Term Parking Garage is straightforward via the dedicated Interstate 10 airport flyover exit (Exit 221) and Terminal Drive loop roads. The entrance is exceptionally well-signed, funneling arriving drivers toward multiple automated entry lanes equipped with ticket dispensers and scanner kiosks. Egress is equally smooth via dedicated express exit lanes accepting both cash and major credit cards. For regional transit connections, the ground transportation center located right outside baggage claim provides RTA Route 202 (Airport-Downtown Express) and Jefferson Transit (JeT) Route 201 (Kenner Local), offering economical public transit connections into downtown New Orleans and Kenner.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered, multi-level garage parking protecting vehicles from tropical rain and intense Louisiana heat.
Direct covered pedestrian access to the main terminal building and security checkpoints.
Dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations available on designated levels.
Automated space-monitoring system with overhead green/red vacancy sensors to streamline spot finding.
Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces conveniently situated near passenger elevator lobbies.
24/7 security presence with continuous surveillance cameras, emergency call boxes, and frequent airport police patrols.
Automated ticketless payment options and major credit card processing at exit lanes and walk-up pay stations.

Ideal For

Long-term and vacation travelers seeking secure, covered on-site airport parking with zero shuttle dependencies.
Corporate travelers and business flyers prioritizing rapid walk-in access to airport check-in and TSA PreCheck.
Visitors greeting arriving family or friends who require multi-hour parking with total weather shelter.
Drivers looking for peace of mind, vehicle protection, and high-frequency 24/7 airport monitoring.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Take a photo of your parking pillar, section code, and level number upon parking to make locating your vehicle quick and hassle-free upon return.
During major holiday travel peaks, Mardi Gras season, and major convention weeks, arrive at the airport with extra cushion time, as the garage can reach near-capacity.
Use the walk-up pay kiosks inside the terminal lobby before heading to your vehicle to breeze through the automated exit gates without delay.
Check official MSY airport parking dashboards or live signage along Terminal Drive for real-time bay availability and lane directions before entering.