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Baton Rouge Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find flights from Baton Rouge at a low cost for your next trip. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, also known as Ryan Field, is located at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive, four miles north of central Baton Rouge. The airport has one terminal, two floors and a central three-level atrium. Domestic and international flights are provided by American Eagle, Delta, United and US Airways.

Airport Parking Fees

The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport has over 1,500 hourly and daily parking spaces for a small hourly fee or a $10 daily fee. The parking lot is literally right in front of the terminal, providing quick and easy access to the airport.

Ground Transportation Information

Metered taxis are available to transport you to the airport. The fares are $.40 per quarter mile, with an additional $3.60 fee per trip. Baton Rouge also has a bus system, with a fare of $1.75. Not only can Orbitz.com help you plan your air travel, it can also help you plan your ground transportation.

Baton Rouge Airport Restaurants

Many restaurant options are available at the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, so it is easy to grab a bite to eat while waiting for your flight. A large food court offers a variety of food, from fast food to local and international dishes. Bars are located on the second floor of the atrium. There are also shops, so you can purchase anything you forgot to pack. Keep checking Orbitz.com for sales on flights from Baton Rouge.

New York Airport Information

There are two major airports, John F. Kennedy International (JFK) and LaGuardia, that service travelers flying into New York City. When you use Orbitz.com to book your flights to New York, you will be able to choose from almost every major domestic and international air passenger carrier. LaGuardia Airport is roughly nine miles east of Manhattan, while JFK is almost 20 miles to the southeast. If you can't find the flight that you want, you can also fly into Newark International Airport, roughly 19 miles northeast of Manhattan.

Ground Transportation in New York

New York has plenty of public transportation, so getting around should be fairly easy. If you fly into LaGuardia, you will have to take a taxi, bus, or shared van for at least a portion of the trip, because there is no rail or subway service from the airport. Expect a cab ride from LaGuardia to Manhattan to cost anywhere from $20 to $40. Although JFK is further from the city, you can hop on the AirTrain, which will take you to the subway or the Long Island Railroad. If you choose to take a cab from JFK into Manhattan, expect to pay $45 or more for the ride. You will also be responsible for any tolls that are incurred during the trip. If you use Orbitz.com to book your hotel, you may be able to find one that offers free shuttle service to and from the airport.

New York Area Weather Information

New York tends to be cold in the winter, wet in the spring and humid in the summer. Winter temperatures fluctuate between the 20s and 30s, while summer temperatures can soar to the 90s. New York City averages 27 inches of snow each winter, so be sure to pack your parka and snow boots if you plan to be there between November and February. Use the Orbitz.com travel planner to put together your itinerary and choose a temperate time to visit the city.

What to Do in New York

New York City is an urban adventurer's paradise. From the theaters on Broadway to the lights in Times Square, there is are activities for all ages. Go skating in Central Park, take a horse-and-buggy ride around Central Park South or go shopping on Fifth Avenue. Although New York is home to some of the finest restaurants on the east coast, don't forget to try the rich variety of street foods that are available. Enjoy your time in the city, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you are looking for budget flights to New York.