Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), also known as Ryan Field, is the primary entry point into the city of Baton Rouge. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located just seven miles from Baton Rouge’s downtown area. The airport was previously used by the United States Army Air Force in World War II, and was named Harding Army Air Field. A major reconstruction was enacted on the airport and it now operates for the public and serves over 3 million passengers per year. American Eagle, Continental, and Delta Connection airlines serve Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport with international connections through Atlanta, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and Memphis.

Airport Information Baton Rouge

• Location: The airport is 7 miles from downtown Baton Rouge.
• Address: 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive, Suite 300, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
• Telephone Number: 225-355-0333
• Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
• Eating & Drinking: On the second floor of the atrium in the terminal there is a food court with a wide variety of restaurants and sandwich shops.
• ATM: An ATM is located on the second floor of the terminal.
• WiFi: Wireless internet is available in several locations throughout the terminal. WiFi Hotspots are the most accessible locations. The cost for wireless internet is $.10 per minute or $1 per hour.
• Shopping: There is no duty free shopping since Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport services domestic flights. There is a wide variety of shops selling local products as well as high end product.
• Luggage: Baggage carts are available as well as sky caps.
• Airport Hotels: The Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport (225-357-6175) is located near the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport. The Supreme Inn & Suites (225-356-6500) is just .4 miles from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport and offers a 24 hour shuttle service to and from the airport.
• Disabled Travelers: The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is handicapped accessible and offers wheelchair assistance which is available through the information desk.
• Lounges: There are four lounges provided by major airlines.
• Parking: Parking is available at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport and off site. Shuttles are available to and from the airport for off site parking. There are two three-story parking garages in front of the terminal with a maximum of $8 per day. Economy parking is available on the ground level 700 feet from the terminal and costs a maximum of $5 per day. For more parking information call 225-355-2978.
• Directions & Transportation: Drivers should follow the I-110 and take the airport exit to reach Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.
• Website: http://www.flybtr.com/