How much should I expect to pay for a 40min cab ride in New Orleans?

Factual Questions
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We’re Flying into NO on monday and going to the cruise terminals aprox 16 miles from the airport.

Anyone have an idea how much that could possibly cost for a cab ride?

I was going to reserve a “shuttle” but tickets were something like 40 dollars per person (we’re bringing 2 kids too) so I’m sure a cab will be chaeper.
Also, keeping in mind that we’ll have tons of luggage, we have almost the whole day to blow in NO. Anything I should not miss?

Thanks. :slight_smile:

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I remember New Orleans having a flat rate for fares from the airport. It was $18 when I was there about 15 years ago, based on this site it’s $24 (up to 2 passengers w/ $10 per additional passenger.) Not sure if they’ll count the kids in that. Probably.
http://new-orleans.travelape.com/travel/new-orleans-taxicab-guide/

As far a what to do, I would recommend focusing on having just one really delicious meal. That way you won’t be stressing out. It’s a tough city to get your bearings in in a short time, and it’s not the kind of place you can leave any luggage unattended.

If you have time or appetite only for a snack, not a meal, I recommend coffee and beignets (sugar covered doughnuts) at Cafe du Monde.

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Cafe Du Monde is outdoors and it will be a good 90 degrees with 100% humidity. Try Cafe Beignet at 1031 Decatur St right up the road. While not exactly close to the terminal, it’s not very far.

Your best bet is to call a few cab companies and get prices. You pay extra when getting a cab at the airport.

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As long as nothing has changed in the last year or so, it’s actually a fixed fare. If you send me an e-mail, I can give you a few numbers for reliable drivers.

5

As for what not to miss, the aquarium is very, very cool - especially with small ones

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Thanks for the responses guys (or gals). It looks like the worse case scenario is that I’ll pay much less than the shuttle. I was worried about spending all my cash on cab fare. :eek:

Thanks again.