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AIRPORT LOCATIONS
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY)
1 Terminal Drive, Kenner, LA 70062 | P: 504-303-7800 | F: 504-303-7566
Driving from this airport to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center takes about 20 minutes.
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New Orleans Lakefront Airport (KNEW)
6001 Stars & Stripes Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70126 | P: 504-243-4010 | F: 504-539-4283
Driving from this airport to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center takes about 20 minutes.
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TAXI AND RIDESHARE
Taxi Service
New Orleans is a “small” big city, and it’s actually quite affordable to travel around by taxi. Here’s more information on taxi service at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, including standard fares to the central business district and the French Quarter.
Rideshare – Uber and Lyft
Uber and Lyft are also convenient options for getting around New Orleans. Learn how to connect with Uber and Lyft at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Scooter Rental
Mobility-scooter rentals are available at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (MCCNO) UPS Store, located in Lobby F of the MCCNO. Guests are urged to reserve their scooter in advance. Wheelchairs are also available upon request.
SHUTTLE SERVICES
Shuttle Information
As a courtesy to our HAI HELI-EXPO® guests, on show days HAI will provide complimentary shuttle service between hotels in the Expo housing block and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
HAI will provide complimentary shuttle service Monday, Mar. 22, through Thursday, Mar. 25, between the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and many of the hotels within the HAI HELI-EXPO 2021 housing block. Hotels in the HAI room block that aren’t listed on Shuttle Route 1, 2, 3, or 4 are within walking distance of the convention center.
Shuttle Dates & Times
DATE | DEPARTING HOTELS EVERY 25-30 MINUTES | DEPARTING CONV. CTR. EVERY 25-30 MINUTES | DEPARTING CONV. CTR. EVERY 25-30 MINUTES |
Mon., Mar. 22 | 7:00 am – 10:30 am | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Tue., Mar. 23 | 7:00 am – 10:30 am | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Wed., Mar. 24 | 7:00 am – 10:30 am | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Thurs., Mar. 25 | 7:00 am – 10:30 am | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Information subject to change or update. Current as of 8/19/20.
Shuttle Pick-up Locations:
HOTEL | BOARDING LOCATION |
*ROUTE 1 | |
Hilton New Orleans Riverside | Breezeway Entrance |
Omni Riverfront Hotel | At Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Breezeway Entrance |
*ROUTE 2 | |
Astor Crowne Plaza | Front Entrance on Canal |
Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans | At Astor Crown Plaza, Front Entrance on Canal |
New Orleans Marriott | Front Entrance on Canal |
Royal Sonesta New Orleans | At Astor Crowne Plaza, Front Entrance on Canal |
Westin New Orleans Canal Place | Curbside, Canal Street Entrance |
Wyndham New Orleans French Quarter | At Astor Crowne Plaza, Front Entrance on Canal |
*ROUTE 3 | |
Cambria Hotel Downtown Warehouse District | At Renaissance Arts Hotel, Front Entrance Across Street |
Courtyard Downtown near French Quarter | At Sheraton New Orleans, Front Entrance on Canal |
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans | NE Corner of Tchoupitoulas & Gravier |
JW Marriott New Orleans | At Sheraton New Orleans, Front Entrance on Canal |
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot | NE Corner of Tchoupitoulas & Poydras |
Loews New Orleans Hotel | NE Corner of Tchoupitoulas & Poydras |
Renaissance Arts Hotel | Front Entrance, Across Street |
Sheraton New Orleans | Front Entrance on Canal |
*ROUTE 4 | |
Higgins Hotel New Orleans | Side Entrance on Andrew Higgins |
WALKING | |
Courtyard Downtown/Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Embassy Suites by Hilton Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Hampton Inn & Suites Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Hilton Garden Inn Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Hyatt Place New Orleans Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Marriott New Orleans Downtown/Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
Residence Inn New Orleans Downtown | Walk to CC |
SpringHill Suites Downtown/Conv. Center | Walk to CC |
*Please Note:
Hotels are listed alphabetically, not in order of pick up.
For hotel shuttle information or ADA transportation call 1-877-214-6065. Please note that this phone number is active during shuttle times and 30 minutes prior and post scheduled times. Please request ADA service at least 30 minutes in advance of desired pick up time.
TRAVEL DISCOUNTS
Minimize Your Travel Costs
Take advantage of car rental discounts with Hertz, the official travel partner of HAI HELI-EXPO 2021, and book with Delta Air Lines to receive a discount on your round-trip flight.
Travel Discounts
Save money when you book with Delta Air Lines and Hertz car rentals.
Your HAI membership saves you money on your travels!
Delta Air Lines is offering opportunities for travel discounts for HAI HELI-EXPO 2021. For discounts on round-trip flights to and from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for travel between Mar. 17, 2021, and Mar. 30, 2021, be sure to use the promotional code NMUD5.
Fares apply for travel to and from the following airports:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY)
Book now at delta.com or by calling the Delta Meeting Network (DMN) at 1-800-328-1111. Make sure you use the promotion code NMUD5!
For group reservations of 10 or more: Block-space reservations are defined as those with 10 or more passengers. All block-space bookings must be made through the DMN Support Desk. All provisions regarding block-space policy, including reservations, deposits, penalties toward utilization, ticketing, name changes, and deviations, are per the DMN Block Space Guidelines. For guidelines and questions, contact the DMN Desk at 1-800-328-2216 or at DeltaMeetingNetwork@delta.com. For group tickets of 10 or more, use promotion code NGMRF.
HAI members can receive a discount by using HAI discount code convention code (CV#) 022Q9492 when making a reservation in New Orleans. Book online here, or call 1-800-654-2240.
CITY INFORMATION
New Orleans City Information
The City of New Orleans is ready to welcome HAI HELI-EXPO and its attendees and exhibitors! They’ve prepared a detailed online guide to New Orleans and its world-famous attractions, food, music, and night life. Get help from the home-town experts on making the most of your visit to the Crescent City and HAI HELI-EXPO.
