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$114+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SJO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$114
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$538
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

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Fri 5/238:05 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/2611:32 amSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:31 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:32 amSJO - MSY
1 stop26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/612:00 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/87:55 amSJO - MSY
1 stop12h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:00 amMSY - SJO
1 stop11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/96:03 amSJO - MSY
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$373
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Tue 8/56:25 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Tue 8/191:08 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/28$392
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Thu 5/86:25 amMSY - LIR
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Mon 5/121:25 pmLIR - MSY
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/29$399
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Thu 5/85:55 pmMSY - LIR
2 stops18h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/122:26 pmLIR - MSY
2 stops17h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/197:20 pmMSY - LIR
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/213:25 pmLIR - MSY
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$489
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Wed 4/309:30 amMSY - SJO
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Fri 5/28:45 amSJO - MSY
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$581
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Thu 5/297:21 amMSY - SJO
2 stops17h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/31:06 amSJO - MSY
2 stops27h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$732
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Thu 8/147:10 amMSY - LIR
3 stops24h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/194:58 pmLIR - MSY
2 stops22h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$762
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Wed 8/65:36 pmMSY - LIR
2 stops37h 30mWestJet
Sun 8/171:25 pmLIR - MSY
2 stops25h 50mWestJet
Deal found 4/28$1,964

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/9

9:10 pm-10:27 am

1 stop14h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

11:32 am-6:29 am

1 stop17h 57m

$258

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/27

5:12 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

11:59 pm-10:39 am

1 stop9h 40m

$372

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/6

6:14 am-11:35 pm

2 stops18h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/9

6:10 am-11:27 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$373

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

5:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Liberia

Thu 5/22

1:25 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$399

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/12

6:36 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 48m

Liberia

Thu 6/19

2:25 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$403

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

7:26 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop28h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

5:30 am-1:16 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$466

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/19

7:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop15h 40m

Liberia

Sat 6/21

3:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$489

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/2

9:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/9

8:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$565

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

7:10 am-6:20 am

3 stops24h 10m

Liberia

Tue 8/19

4:58 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$735

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/2

5:46 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops31h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/8

1:06 am-6:01 am

2 stops27h 55m

$778

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica 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 CR?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 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 Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Orleans to Costa Rica have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $114. Users have also found prices from $183 and $210 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$233Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$391Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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