Monroe airport (MLU)

Monroe Regional Airport (IATA: MLU) serves Ouachita Parish in Louisiana, United States. It operates domestic commercial flights connecting the region to major national hubs, primarily Dallas/Fort Worth and Atlanta.

Official Website: flymonroe.org

Telephone: +1 (318) 329-2460 / +1 (318) 329-2461

Terminals

The airport features a single passenger terminal building on one level housing check-in counters, the TSA security checkpoint, departure gates, and the baggage claim area. The terminal operates from 3:00 am to 12:00 am (midnight) and closes completely between midnight and 3:00 am for security purposes.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2024): Approximately 184,000 passengers.

Information Desks

The Airport Customer Service Desk is located in the central lobby, providing flight information, terminal guidance, and assistance requests.

 Location

The airport is located 4 miles (6 km) east of the central business district of Monroe, Louisiana.

What services does Monroe airport (MLU) offer?

Monroe Regional Airport offers convenient amenities for travelers across its single terminal:

Finance and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Free high-speed wireless internet access is available throughout the terminal.
• ATMs: An Origin Bank ATM is located in the main lobby, to the left of the customer service desk.

Dining

Sky Grill / Bar: Offers quick meals, coffee, beer, wine, and mixed drinks. Open Monday to Friday from 4:00 am to 5:30 pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Shopping

Gift Shop: Convenience store selling gifts, news, travel essentials, and snacks. Open daily from 4:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Baggage Services

• Lost and Found: The lost property office is situated across from the car rental desks near baggage claim. Open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (phone: +1 318-329-2471). For items left on board aircraft, contact the airline directly.
• Damaged or Delayed Luggage: Must be reported in person to the respective airline customer service counter within four hours of arrival.
• Skycap / Porters: Curbside and terminal porter assistance available from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Other Services

There are no currency exchange booths or commercial pharmacies within the airport terminal.

Public and private transportation

Monroe Regional Airport is located about 4 miles (6 km) east of downtown Monroe, reachable in 10 to 15 minutes by road:

Taxis and Private Transfers

Taxi and private transportation services operate by advance reservation, with passenger pick-up curbside directly in front of the terminal. Authorized providers include Jesus Cares Ministries, Alpha & Omega Taxi, M&M Taxi, Twin City Yellow Cab, Justin-Time Taxi, Arrive In Style Limo Service, and JPS Executive Transportation. Typical fares to downtown Monroe range between USD 20 and USD 30.

Ridesharing

Uber and Lyft ride-hailing services are available for drop-offs and pick-ups at designated terminal curbside areas.

Public Bus

The Monroe Transit System (Route 7 White/Powell) provides bus service between the airport and the downtown transit center every 45 minutes, Monday through Saturday from 6:20 am to 6:40 pm (service at the airport is call-for-service / on demand). Passengers can transfer at the downtown station to reach other points in the city.

Hotel Shuttles

Several local hotels—including Courtyard by Marriott, TownePlace Suites, and Residence Inn—provide dedicated airport shuttle services upon prior arrangement.

Car rental agencies

Car rental company counters are located in the baggage claim area of the passenger terminal. Vehicle pick-up and drop-off lots are located directly across from the terminal building.

Car Rental Companies

• Avis (includes after-hours key drop box)
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Hertz
• National Car Rental

Parking services at Monroe airport (MLU)

Monroe Regional Airport offers open-air parking facilities located directly opposite the passenger terminal, along with an overflow lot for peak periods.

Parking Sectors

• Short-Term Parking (Lot A): Ideal for picking up or dropping off passengers. The first hour of the first day is free. Beyond the first hour, rates are USD 3.00 (1 to 2 hours), USD 4.00 (2 to 3 hours), USD 5.00 (3 to 4 hours), USD 7.00 (4 to 5 hours), and USD 9.00 per day (5 to 24 hours). Subsequent days are billed at USD 2.00 for the first hour up to the USD 9.00 daily maximum.
• Long-Term Parking: Designed for extended stays, located within short walking distance of the terminal entrance.

Important Considerations

• Payment Methods: Credit cards only (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover). Cash and personal checks are not accepted.
• Lost Tickets: A lost parking ticket incurs the accrued daily parking rate plus a USD 100 administrative penalty fee.
• Accessible Parking: 19 designated accessible stalls are reserved for placard holders. Disabled American Veterans receive 100% free parking upon presenting official documentation.

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Facilities for passengers with special needs

Monroe Regional Airport provides accessible facilities to accommodate all travelers:

Special Assistance Requests

Wheelchair assistance inside the terminal, as well as to and from aircraft, should be requested in advance through your airline (American Airlines or Delta Air Lines) or arranged upon arrival at the check-in desk.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

All public areas are located on ground level and fully accessible to wheelchair users. In addition to accessible restrooms, there is a dedicated ADA-compliant unisex family restroom located across from the car rental counters. Paging services for passengers with special sensory needs can be arranged at the customer service desk.

Unaccompanied Minors

Services for children traveling alone are managed directly by each airline, subject to their respective policies and fees.

Accessible Parking

A total of 19 designated accessible parking spaces are available across short-term and long-term lots. Disabled military veterans with qualifying vehicle license plates or credentials park free of charge.