Central America

$70+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Central America

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MSY — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$173
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$70
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$453

Good round-trip deal

$193 or less

Good one-way deal

$69 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Central America
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($116 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Central America.

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Sat 10/1110:08 pmMSY - GUA
1 stop14h 23mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/1612:30 pmGUA - MSY
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$173
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Mon 11/37:25 amMSY - SAP
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/1710:47 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$191
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Fri 10/107:25 amMSY - SAP
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/179:53 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$192
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Tue 11/187:20 amMSY - SAP
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/610:47 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$193
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Fri 10/107:25 amMSY - SAP
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/139:53 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$196
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Thu 10/235:55 pmMSY - SAL
1 stop19h 29mFrontier
Sat 11/11:24 pmSAL - MSY
1 stop27h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$210
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Fri 9/1910:01 pmMSY - SAP
1 stop14h 57mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/41:03 pmSAP - MSY
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$211
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Fri 9/1910:01 pmMSY - SAP
1 stop14h 57mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/39:54 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$212
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Thu 10/910:17 pmMSY - SAP
1 stop14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/139:53 amSAP - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$213
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Tue 10/77:55 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$215
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Mon 10/67:55 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$216
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Thu 10/27:25 amMSY - SAP
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/71:34 pmSAP - MSY
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$221

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

New Orleans

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

6:05 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop19h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/1

1:24 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 36m

$221

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

7:20 am-9:52 am

Nonstop2h 32m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 11/16

10:47 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$222

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/18

6:41 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 12/10

10:47 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$224

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/20

2:38 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/24

6:40 am-8:44 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$226

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/20

2:38 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/27

6:40 am-8:24 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$226

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/3

9:05 am-10:57 pm

1 stop13h 52m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 11/17

7:15 am-4:02 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$227

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/25

5:15 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 17m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 10/7

12:35 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$227

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

9:15 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 12m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 10/13

12:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$227

New OrleansSan Pedro Sula

MSY - SAP

MSYSAP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

7:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 10/21

12:35 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$227

New OrleansGuatemala City

MSY - GUA

MSYGUA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/7

6:41 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 10/14

12:27 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$230

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to Central America as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Central America. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Central America, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Central America?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from New Orleans to Central America.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Central America?

    Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from New Orleans to Central America in just under 2h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 36m. New Orleans and Central America are separated by a distance of 1014 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Central America one-way?

    $70 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $140, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Central America?

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Central America that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Central America?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Central America

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$190Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$342Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$381Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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