Flying in
Airports near Smoothie King Center
The closest airport to Smoothie King Center is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 11 miles away in a straight line.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Smoothie King Center. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSY Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | Large airport | 11 mi (17.6 km) | None | Most New Orleans events |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 11: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Brooklyn Nets
- Nov 13: NBA Cup: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Memphis Grizz…
- Nov 14: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Denver Nuggets
- Nov 16: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors
- Nov 18: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Detroit Pistons
- Nov 23: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns
- Dec 2: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Dec 5: Billy Strings
When events at Smoothie King Center happen
- 9 of 41 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Fridays; 17 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 33 of 39 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- New Orleans Pelicans (NBA) play here; see every NBA arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, Smoothie King Center is the 27th closest to its first airport (11 mi; league median 7.6 mi).
Teams visiting Smoothie King Center
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Brooklyn Nets, next here Wed, Nov 11
- Memphis Grizzlies, next here Fri, Nov 13
- Denver Nuggets, next here Sat, Nov 14
- Golden State Warriors, next here Mon, Nov 16
- Detroit Pistons, next here Wed, Nov 18
- Phoenix Suns, next here Mon, Nov 23
- Los Angeles Lakers, next here Wed, Dec 2
- New York Knicks, next here Wed, Dec 16
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
What time do events at Smoothie King Center usually start?
33 of the 39 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
How does Smoothie King Center compare with other NBA arenas?
Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, Smoothie King Center is the 27th closest to its first airport (11 miles; the league median is 7.6 miles).
Can I book flights and Smoothie King Center tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
What is the closest airport to Smoothie King Center?
The closest airport to Smoothie King Center is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 11 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport should I fly into for a New Orleans Pelicans game?
MSY is the nearest airport we list, 11 miles away. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
