Costa Rica

$119+ 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SJO
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Costa Rica

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 January 27, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/71:31 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop7h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$224
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/912:31 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop7h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$230
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/32:08 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop7h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$238
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/2412:24 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop9h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/76:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/1412:24 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop9h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/25$250
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/67:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 00m
JetBlue
Sun 2/82:05 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop7h 25m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/25$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/167:20 pm
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop16h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1812:24 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop9h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/312:35 pm
SJO
-
MSY
2 stops19h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:20 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1711:38 am
SJO
-
MSY
2 stops19h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/257:00 am
MSY
-
LIR
1 stop6h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 3/28:35 am
LIR
-
MSY
1 stop14h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/254:48 pm
MSY
-
LIR
2 stops19h 22m
American Airlines
Mon 3/23:29 pm
LIR
-
MSY
1 stop17h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/275:30 am
MSY
-
LIR
1 stop7h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 3/33:29 pm
LIR
-
MSY
2 stops20h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$304

Find 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$119
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$388
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Costa Rica
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 January 27, 2026.
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 Orleans

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

12:24 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$224

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

2:08 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$238

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/7

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$250

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/6

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

2:05 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$251

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/2

7:27 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

12:31 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$251

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/16

7:20 pm-11:19 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

12:24 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$258

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/23

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/30

10:10 am-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$262

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

12:35 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$265

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/11

6:20 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

11:38 am-8:19 am

2 stops19h 41m

$270

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/25

4:48 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 22m

Liberia

Mon 3/2

3:29 pm-8:50 am

1 stop17h 21m

$297

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $223). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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.

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 January 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica can take about 6h. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $251. New Orleans and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 1434 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 Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $137 and $156 on United Airlines and American Airlines, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $223). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$183Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$261Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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