A Step Back in Time

A Marvel of Architecture – Built to Impress

This iconic airport serves as more than a transportation hub; it is a living museum that beautifully preserves the legacy of New Orleans’ aviation history while simultaneously embracing the ever-evolving needs of contemporary air travel.

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The Only Full-Service
Airport in Metropolitan New Orleans

Corporate & Private Events

Your Next Cinematic
Adventure Starts Here

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Comprehensive Flight Services

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Aviation & Beyond

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Versatility for Every Occasion

  • Airshows
  • Aircraft Exhibitions
  • Charity & Fundraising Events
  • Corporate Events
  • Film & Television Productions
  • Festivals
  • Weddings
  • …and more

What Our Visitors Say

5 stars

Wonderful experience! Nice little quaint airport for private charter services and helicopters.

James D.
5 stars

Very cool historic airport terminal clearly constructed during the golden age of flying. They’ve got beautiful murals and even old-time phone booths.

Kurt D.
5 stars

What a wonderful surprise this airport terminal is! We visited from Australia and our friends took us to visit. I love Art Deco history… and I love airports!

Paul M.
5 stars
Just a completely breathtaking terminal that is open to the public! they do a fantastic job!!! It is just a beautiful example of Art Deco, right here in NOLA!
Airport Visitor
5 stars
Great Terminal Staff. So many of my friends fly to NOLA using this airport.
Airport Visitor
front entrance of New Orleans Lakefront Airport building

Public Notice: Proposed DBE Goals for FY 2025–2027

Press Release | Apr 30, 2025 |

Website Public Notice Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goals for Federal Fiscal Years 2025-2027 The Lakefront Management Authority hereby announces its fiscal years 2025-2027 DBE goal for construction projects at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The proposed goals and goal setting methodology are available for inspection between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday,

front entrance of New Orleans Lakefront Airport building

Lakefront Airport Launches NEW Website

Newsletter | Feb 27, 2024 |

New Orleans, LA – New Orleans Lakefront Airport announced Tuesday that it has launched a NEW website to improve communications and promote its historical significance. Airport officials said the NEW site, lakefrontairport.com, officially launched for visitors, partners, vendors, and passengers to locate vital information easily. ADA accessibility and integration with social media are among

person working on Lakefront Airport art restoration

Action Report: Experts Saving Historic Lakefront Airport Murals

Announcement | Oct 31, 2015 |

For the second consecutive year, New Orleans Lakefront Airport is among the Best Airports in the United States, based on votes by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Ranking eighth nationwide, New Orleans Lakefront Airport… Read the Full Article

people attending mural fundraiser

Save the Murals 2015 Clancy Dubos, Jim Tucker, Councilmember Jared Brossett, Wilma Heaton, and Councilmember James Gray

Announcement | Feb 9, 2015 |

Clancy DuBos, Jim Tucker, City Councilmember Jared Brossett, Wilma Heaton and City Councilmember James Gray at "Save the Murals" at New Orleans Lakefront Airport, Mon. Feb. 9, 2015. (photo by Harold Spinner; supplied by Save the Murals)

air plane in hangar

Lakefront Airport to build 3 hangars ahead of 2013 Super Bowl

Announcement | Feb 7, 2012 |

The Lakefront Airport has received enough money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to replace the James Wedell Hangar that was destroyed during Hurricane Katrina, according to an official who oversees the facility. FEMA awarded Lakefront Airport about $7.3 million from their public assistance grant to build a replacement facility for the James Wedell Hangar.

Aerial view of expansion of New Orleans Lakefront Airport

Lakefront Airport to build 3 hangars

Announcement | Feb 7, 2012 |

The Lakefront Airport has received enough money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to replace the James Wedell Hangar that was destroyed during Hurricane Katrina, according to an official who oversees the facility. FEMA awarded Lakefront Airport about $7.3 million from their public assistance grant to build a replacement facility for the James Wedell