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.

front of lakefront airport terminal

The Only Full-Service
Airport in Metropolitan New Orleans

Corporate & Private Events

Your Next Cinematic
Adventure Starts Here

helicopter at new orleans lakefront airport

Comprehensive Flight Services

Aviation & Beyond

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
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