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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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SJO
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$114
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$514
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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 March 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 4/246:18 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/2511:35 amSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/265:00 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/284:10 amSJO - MSY
2 stops17h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 5/14:19 pmMSY - LIR
1 stop21h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/62:26 pmLIR - MSY
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 7/85:15 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/155:30 amSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 7/85:25 amMSY - SJO
2 stops15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/196:18 amSJO - MSY
1 stop16h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$400
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Thu 8/145:30 amMSY - LIR
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Tue 8/191:04 pmLIR - MSY
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 3/20$427
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Wed 6/45:05 amMSY - LIR
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/121:20 pmLIR - MSY
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$517
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Thu 4/2412:15 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Mon 4/288:45 amSJO - MSY
2 stops13h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$575
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Thu 4/248:00 amMSY - SJO
2 stops25h 21mCopa Airlines
Mon 4/285:52 pmSJO - MSY
2 stops15h 35mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/20$580
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Thu 5/16:50 pmMSY - LIR
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/510:15 amLIR - MSY
3 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$601
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Thu 8/147:10 amMSY - LIR
3 stops24h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1910:00 amLIR - MSY
2 stops18h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/21$755

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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 March 21, 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

Thu 4/24

6:18 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/25

11:35 am-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$298

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/26

5:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/28

4:10 am-10:19 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$322

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

4:19 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 46m

Liberia

Tue 5/6

2:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$370

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/8

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/15

5:30 am-4:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$396

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/8

5:25 am-8:09 pm

2 stops15h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/19

6:18 am-11:51 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$400

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

5:30 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 11m

Liberia

Tue 8/19

1:04 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$427

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

5:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 55m

Liberia

Thu 6/12

1:20 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$517

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

12:15 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/28

8:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$575

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

8:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops25h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/28

5:52 pm-10:27 am

2 stops15h 35m

$580

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

6:50 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Liberia

Mon 5/5

10:15 am-7:21 pm

3 stops32h 06m

$601

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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 March 21, 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 March 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 $168 and $180 on Delta 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, 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$225Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$392Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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