Why go
- City in Louisiana, United States.
- Served by Polk Army Air Field (POE).
History
Alexandria is a city in the central part of the U.S. state of Louisiana. Lying on the south bank of the Red River of the South in almost the exact geographic center of the state, it is the ninth-largest city in the state, and the parish seat of and the largest city in Rapides Parish.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- Air France AF (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- American Airlines AA (ERJ-145, CRJ, ERD) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ-900, CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Houston*
- US Airways US (ERJ-145, CRJ, ERD) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Polk Army Air Field (POE); 38 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: AEX has direct flights to 3 destinations on 6 airlines (incl. Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Alexandria, Louisiana. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.