Metairie Center Car Hire

Metairie is Louisiana's most populous suburb and is located directly west of New Orleans, with 4 rental agencies giving you good flexibility. The location along Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Causeway Boulevard makes Metairie an excellent base for the entire metropolitan region. From here it's only 12 km and 15 minutes to New Orleans French Quarter.

Metairie offers easy access to Lake Pontchartrain Causeway – the world's longest bridge over water at 38 km – which takes you north to Mandeville and the Northshore area. Lakeside Shopping Center and Clearview Mall are both within Metairie center, perfect if you need to shop before your trip. Avoid I-10 east toward New Orleans during rush hour 7–9 am, take Veterans Boulevard instead.

Metairie is a good base if you want to visit both New Orleans and the Mississippi coast without paying downtown prices. Check if your rental agency has an office near Causeway Boulevard for easiest access to the highway network. How long does it take to drive from Metairie to Louis Armstrong airport?

Louis Armstrong airport is about 18 km west and takes 20–25 minutes via I-10. Is Metairie a good alternative to renting a car directly in New Orleans? Yes, prices are often lower in Metairie and you avoid the complicated parking situation in downtown New Orleans.

Can I drive to Baton Rouge from Metairie in a day? Absolutely, Baton Rouge is 120 km west along I-10 and takes about 1.5 hours, perfect for a day trip.

We compare prices from all major providers at Metairie Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.