Arrival
Settle into a city-centre base
Arrive in New Orleans the day before the event, then check in, store luggage and recover from the actual onward journey.
New Orleans city centre
Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans
NBA · New Orleans, United States
5:00 PM UTC-5 · venue local time
Guide source-checked Oct 9, 2026
New Orleans
United StatesMake time for New Orleans
Before you plan the trip
Check the official host ticket channel for this fixture. Follow the actual sale criteria and your valid ticket's entry instructions; a listed fixture does not promise availability.
New Orleans Pelicans | Smoothie King Center (opens in a new tab)NBA 2026-27 official schedule - August 13 release, subject to change (opens in a new tab)
How to reach the venue
Check current official arena guidance and dated transport services. Keep airport and game travel separate, and stay after the game rather than rushing for a flight.
Apr 10 - Apr 12 · 3 days at the destination
Recommended for this trip. International flight days are additional.
The full 2027-04-10 to 2027-04-12 trip gives you an arrival buffer, Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center and a departure day. Reach New Orleans the day before the game. Check in, store luggage and leave time to recover from your actual inbound journey and onward connection. Collect luggage and follow the current departure route around your real flight or train. No optional booking is assumed.
When to arrive
Plan your inbound journey and onward connection to reach New Orleans by 2027-04-10, then check in and recover before game day.
1
Arrive and find your New Orleans
Reach New Orleans the day before the game.
After check-in
Recover and prepare for the game
Leave time to rest after the actual inbound journey. Check your valid ticket, lodging and current official game notice before planning arena travel.
New Orleans
2
Game day at Smoothie King Center
Focus on Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans, your valid ticket and the route to Smoothie King Center.
Before the game
Choose your arena and return route
Use the current official arena approach and a dated journey planner. Follow your actual ticket entrance and seat, leaving room for security and queues.
New Orleans to Smoothie King Center
17:00 GMT-5
Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans
Attend Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA at Smoothie King Center on 2027-04-11. Use only a valid ticket for your assigned seat. The listed tip-off is currently confirmed; recheck for changes.
Smoothie King Center
After the game
Return to New Orleans and stay the night
Allow for exit queues and dated return services. Stay in the destination after the game; departure belongs to the following day.
Smoothie King Center to New Orleans
3
Check out, then home
Collect luggage and follow the current departure route around your real flight or train. No optional booking is assumed.
Before leaving your base
Check out and collect luggage
Arrange checkout and luggage collection around your actual departure. Allow for the current transport service and your carrier arrival requirements.
New Orleans
Around your actual departure
Let the flight decide the final day
Let your actual flight or train determine the departure schedule. Check current transport guidance and your carrier arrival requirements; allow for changed or holiday service.
New Orleans to your departure connection
Where to stay
Choose lodging in New Orleans with terms that fit possible fixture changes. Arrive the day before and stay after the game; confirm your ticket before committing to travel.
Getting around
Check the current official guidance and a dated journey planner for New Orleans. Treat the airport connection and arena trip as separate journeys; allow for queues and changed services.
Before you head to the venue
Follow the entrance and seat on your valid ticket for Smoothie King Center. Check the current official game notice before travel. Use the official ticket channel for this game; follow your ticket's seat and entrance instructions.
- Use the day before the game to settle in and recover from travel.
- Keep game day focused on a valid ticket, arena travel and the fixture.
- Depart on the final day around your confirmed connection; extra nights extend the plan.
Sources & current information
Event facts come from these sources. City activities and arrival plans are suggestions. Recheck schedules, access rules and opening hours before booking.
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