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Airline Discounts

Airline Discount With Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines® is proud to partner with AAPA to offer discounted fares to/from New Orleans airport for eligible travelers attending AAPA 2026!

  • Book your flights by visiting www.swabiz.com to qualify for eligible discounted rates and bonus rapid reward points.
  • Qualifying discounts on eligible fares are for reservations booked through SWABIZ between now through May 14, for travel May 11 – 22, 2026.

*Restrictions apply. Visit southwest.com/rrterms for more information.


Airline Discount With United Airlines

United Airlines is proud to partner with AAPA to offer discounted fares to/from New Orleans airport for eligible travelers attending AAPA 2026!

  • Book your flight online with this discount code: ZRRM704138
  • Qualifying discounts on eligible fares are for reservations for travel May 8 – 26, 2026.
  • You can tell the discount is being used because it will say "Special Offer" under the flight prices.

Airport

There are several options to get from the airport to downtown New Orleans.


City Bus

The RTA’s 202 Airport Express, which travels from the airport terminals to Elk Place at Canal Street in downtown New Orleans, has a fare of $1.50. Learn more.


Taxi

Taxi service is available at the airport. See costs and pickup locations here.


Ride App

Krewecar, Lyft, and Uber are all options. Learn more about these rideshare apps including pickup locations.

Getting Around New Orleans

Many New Orleans museums and shopping areas are near the Convention Center and hotels, making them easy to reach by walking, but if you are interested in some other modes of transportation, check out these options.

  • The city bus system has 30 lines. Check out the RTA’s website for full details.
  • Streetcar lines have been a staple of public transportation for centuries. Check out the streetcar itineraries for details to help plan your time.
  • There are plenty of bike rental options with Blue Bikes as the most universal bike share system in the city.
  • Taxis and ride-hailing apps Uber and Lyft also operate in New Orleans.

Parking

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has multiple parking lots. Learn more about the parking options here.

Be sure to check with your hotel to find out about parking during your stay.