Flights from Newport News to New Orleans

Newport News, VA, Airport

Newport News Williamsburg International Airport at Patrick Henry Field is just 15 minutes from downtown. You can book cheap flights from Newport News on Orbitz.com. This airport, which is located at 900 Bland Blvd., is serviced by airlines Delta, Allegiant, Frontier, US Airways and others. The airport is convenient to Williamsburg, VA, a popular tourist destination.

Airport Parking Options

The short-term lot at the airport is the most expensive parking option at $3 an hour, with a $30 per day maximum. The garage is $2 an hour, with a $10 per day maximum. Slightly farther from the main terminal than these two options are the York, Williamsburg, and Newport News lots, which each charge $1 per hour and a maximum of $7 per day. The economy lot is farthest from the airport, but it is cheap; parking is $1 per hour, with a maximum daily charge of $5.

Transportation to the Airport

Many local taxi services provide transportation to Newport News Airport, including North End Cab and All City Taxi. Taxi services charge a metered rate, with a $3 surcharge for airport pickup and drop-off. Private cars can also be hired for transport to the airport; their fees must be negotiated and are not metered. Private shuttles and charter transport options can be arranged through Orbitz.com.

Airport Restaurant Options

The main dining option at the airport is the Blue Sky Café, which offers a selection of sandwiches, salads, and snacks. This café also serves hot entrees that change daily and a selection of alcoholic beverages. Use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from Newport News and to learn about your airport options.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Use Orbitz.com to help you find cheap flights to New Orleans. Louis Armstrong International Airport is the major airport that serves the city. It is located 10 miles west of downtown New Orleans in the city of Kenner, Louisiana. The airport services over 8.5 million passengers each year. Louis Armstrong International Airport is a hub for American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. To get low fares, use Orbitz.com when booking a flight to New Orleans.

Transportation at Louis Armstrong International Airport

Louis Armstrong International Airport has several transportation and parking options for visitors. The airport offers over 3,000 parking spaces for both short-term and long-term parking. Rates for short-term parking start at $2 an hour, and long-term parking prices are as low as $13 a day. Ground transportation includes airport shuttles, Amtrak, taxis, and public transportation. Taxi cabs from the airport to the city's center usually charge a flat rate of $33 per person.

Weather in New Orleans

New Orleans generally has a subtropical climate. Winters are usually very cool, with temperatures averaging 50 degrees. Pack light sweaters and coats. Spring and fall tend to be pleasant, with temperatures averaging 79 degrees. Summers can get very hot and humid, with temperatures reaching as high as 95 degrees. Be alert when travelling to New Orleans during hurricane season, which lasts from August to November.

Popular Attractions in New Orleans

New Orleans is home to a plethora of tourist attractions. Visitors to the city can tour the historic French Quarter and Garden District, which both offer sightseeing tours, as well as fantastic shopping. Audubon Park is another popular attraction. Its lush greenery stretches across Uptown New Orleans, right across the street from Tulane and Loyola Universities. If you are visiting during Mardi Gras season, which starts in February, you can watch a variety of parades traveling from Uptown New Orleans to the French Quarter. You can book cheap flights to New Orleans with the help of Orbitz.com.