How far is Metairie, LA from New Orleans, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Metairie and New Orleans is 5.08 miles (8.18 km).
Flight distance from Metairie, LA to New Orleans, LA is 5.08 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Metairie, Louisiana to New Orleans, Louisiana is: 7.89 miles (12.7 km) by car.
Driving from Metairie to New Orleans will take approximately 00 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Metairie
The most populous suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana. It is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. Metairie is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Metairie Cemetery and the Metairie Historical Society.
| Population | 138481 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°59'3"N 90°9'10"W |
| Latitude | 29.9840900 |
| Longitude | -90.1528500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Orleans
The most populous city in Louisiana and the center of the New Orleans metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. New Orleans is known for its French and Spanish colonial influence, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the French Quarter and the Mardi Gras celebration.
| Population | 389476 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°57'17"N 90°4'30"W |
| Latitude | 29.9546500 |
| Longitude | -90.0750700 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in New Orleans: Tulane Avenue (-90.07507,29.954633)
Estimated Travel Time Between Metairie and New Orleans
The distance between Metairie and New Orleans is 13 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 08 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Metairie and New Orleans. The current time is 16:54:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.05 liters (0.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Metairie and New Orleans.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Metairie to New Orleans is $0.86 (diesel $1.13).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $0.86 | $0.97 | $1.07 | $1.13 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Metairie and New Orleans (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Metairie 23.66 miles (38 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Metairie 1.1 miles (2 km)
