New Orleans to Ketchikan Flights

New Orleans Airport Information

Most heading flying from New Orleans use the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Look for flights from New Orleans using Orbitz.com and you will be able to choose from the many air passenger carriers that service the airport, including Air Canada, AirTran, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, United and US Airways.

Airport Parking in New Orleans

You'll never have to spend hours searching for a parking space as the New Orleans International Airport's long-term parking garage has the capacity to hold 2,500 cars. The cost is fairly reasonable at a maximum of $13 for any 24-hour period. Alternatively, there are also off-site parking operators like Park 'N Fly on Airline Drive and US Park on Airline Highways that offer free shuttle services to and from the airport.

Ground Transportation in New Orleans

To get to the airport, you can take the airport-downtown express bus (E-2) for only $2.00, but jostling with other commuters may not be convenient if you're carrying a lot of luggage. Tiger Airport Shuttle provides transportation to and from Baton Rouge, while the airport's shuttle service travels between the airport and New Orleans' central business district. You can also find cabs that charge roughly $33 for transportation from the downtown area to the airport. If you purchased your air ticket through Orbitz.com, you may have saved enough money to treat yourself by hiring a private car or limousine service to get you to the airport on time in comfort.

Restaurants in the New Orleans Airport

Whether you are looking for a cold beverage or a light nosh, you will have plenty of choices once you reach the airport. Popular eateries include the Café Beignet in the West Terminal near the JetBlue counter, Lucky dog on concourses B and C, PJ's Coffee before the security checkpoint on Concourse C and Praline Connection on Concourse B. Enjoy your trip, and remember to use Orbitz.com for the best deals the next time you are looking for flights from New Orleans.

Ketchikan Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights to Ketchikan, the picturesque small town on Revillagigedo Island at the foot of Deer Mountain in southeast Alaska. Visitors to Ketchikan fly to Ketchikan International Airport, located on Gravina Island, one mile west of the central business district. Alaska Airlines, Pacific Airways, Promech Air and Taquan Air fly out of this airport. Alaska Airlines offers a nonstop service to Anchorage and Seattle, Washington. The airport also has a seaplane runway and serves as a base for private charters running sightseeing tours.

Ketchikan International Airport Ground Transportation

Travelers must take a seven-minute ferry ride or a water taxi from the airport to Ketchikan's central business district. The cost is approximately $5.00. Travelers are deposited at a terminal on the opposite shore that is about 1.5 miles north of downtown. From the terminal, travelers can catch a local bus or call for a taxi. You can get most places in the downtown area by taxi for under $15. Most hotels have a free shuttle service that will pick you up from the terminal.

Weather Information for Ketchikan

Ketchikan's weather is often compared to Scotland or Northern Ireland. Generally, it rains a lot in Ketchikan when it is not snowing. Temperatures in the winter average 33 °F. Summer temperatures average 65 degrees. Despite the general reputation of Alaska as a snowbound state, Ketchikan is rarely too cold or too hot for travelers. The town sees an average of 13 inches of snow in January, the area's coldest month.

Popular Attractions in the Ketchikan Area

Ketchikan is popular for its natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy hiking, kayaking and fishing. Scenic tours and adventure excursions leave from Ketchikan to explore the area by land, air and sea. Travelers can also enjoy the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, Totem Heritage Center and Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. Orbitz.com can help you find bargain tickets to area attractions as well as book cheap flights to Ketchikan.