AAFS 2026
Travel Discounts
Book Your Flight
AAFS has teamed up with Delta Airlines,United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines to offer airfare discounts to the AAFS 78th Annual Conference in New Orleans! Prior to booking your flight, review the information below and follow the directions based on your selected carrier. Discounts will only be valid for conference travel booked to New Orleans during the dates listed.
Delta Airlines
- Click here to book, or go to www.delta.com.
- Ensure meeting code NY456 is included in the Meeting Code box prior to searching for flights.
- Delta booking fees are waived for meeting reservations.
- For questions or assistance, call the Delta Meeting Network help desk at 1.800.328.1111.*
- Valid for travel between February 4 and February 22 to New Orleans, LA (MSY).
United Airlines
- Click here to book, or go to www.united.com/meetingtravel.
- Enter ZRJC835782 in the Offer Code box.
- You may also call the United Meeting Reservation Desk at 800-426-1122 Monday–Friday 8:00 am–10:00 pm ET and Saturday/Sunday 8:00 am–6:00 pm ET.
- UA booking fees are waived for meeting reservations.
- Valid for travel between February 6 and February 17.
Southwest Airlines
- Click here to book, or go to www.swabiz.com.
- Enter Company ID Number 99090843.
- Search for and select your preferred flights.
- The discount will be reflected on the final checkout page under the detail summary of charges.
- Valid for travel between February 6 and February 17 to New Orleans.
- Rapid Rewards members will earn an additional 50% Rapid Rewards bonus points on qualifying flights.
Hotel Information
IMPORTANT: AAFS does not utilize a housing service and/or other discount travel-related organizations. If you are contacted by any company claiming to represent AAFS and/or our conference, please ask for the company name and phone number and report the incident immediately to AAFS by calling 719-636-1100. Be aware that these companies are often running scams that are designed to obtain your personal details and credit card information. We recommend that you do not give these companies your credit card number, personal information, and/or any details about your travel and hotel reservation(s).
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Distance: Connected to Convention Center
Available Dates: February 5-14, 2026
Rising above New Orleans as the "Grande Dame" along the Mississippi, our unrivaled location places you steps from the French Quarter, Caesars Casino, cruise port, WWII Museum, and more. Enjoy abundant amenities like indoor pickleball, two heated outdoor pools, and six dining options.
Standard Room (single or double occupancy): $247/night + tax
3rd / 4th additional person: +$30/+$60 per night
Government-rate rooms available. (Link below)
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Booking Deadline: January 14, 2026
Government Rate Hotel Booking - OVERFLOW HOTEL
A limited number of rooms are available at the government rate for qualified attendees.
Le Meridien Government Booking Link
Please note:
- We will be verifying government employee status for all reservations made through this link.
- Attendees who are not eligible may have their reservations transferred to the standard conference rate or cancelled.
- Government per diem rate is subject to change. The current rate is based on the 2025 per diem. The 2026 per diem rates will be released in the fall, and the hotel room rate will be adjusted accordingly if there is a change.
A City Like No Other
Experience the unmatched beauty of New Orleans — where history, music, food, and celebration come together like nowhere else in the United States. From the lively sounds of jazz in the French Quarter to stunning Creole architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and world-famous festivals, this city captivates at every turn. Whether you're strolling under the oak trees, savoring beignets, or dancing in a second line parade, there's no place quite like NOLA.