Costa Rica

$140+ 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SJO
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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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 May 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 9/111:59 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop8h 53m
American Airlines
Fri 9/42:52 pm
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop8h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 8/266:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop14h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 8/292:52 pm
SJO
-
MSY
2 stops18h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/10$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 8/37:58 pm
MSY
-
SJO
2 stops16h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 8/182:52 pm
SJO
-
MSY
2 stops19h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 10/207:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 10/247:55 am
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop12h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$322
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 8/267:44 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/299:35 am
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop28h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$333
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sun 8/167:44 am
MSY
-
LIR
1 stop6h 17m
JetBlue
Wed 8/262:06 pm
LIR
-
MSY
1 stop6h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/14$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 6/45:35 pm
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 9/57:55 am
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop11h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 6/265:35 pm
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 6/297:55 am
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$355
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:44 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/229:35 am
SJO
-
MSY
1 stop28h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$364
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:17 pm
MSY
-
SJO
2 stops20h 32m
GOL
Sat 9/56:00 am
SJO
-
MSY
2 stops25h 26m
GOL
Deal found 5/10$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 8/175:37 pm
MSY
-
LIR
2 stops18h 50m
American Airlines
Thu 8/2712:35 pm
LIR
-
MSY
2 stops21h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 8/196:01 pm
MSY
-
LIR
2 stops20h 10m
American Airlines
Thu 8/272:45 pm
LIR
-
MSY
2 stops19h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$372

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 May 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$420
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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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 ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 15, 2026.
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Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/5

5:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:55 am-8:03 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$363

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/26

12:07 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

12:30 am-8:46 am

1 stop7h 16m

$377
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/15

5:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

Liberia

Thu 6/18

3:27 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$419

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/5

2:21 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

1:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$432

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/8

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/16

12:30 am-4:27 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$442

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/31

9:53 am-10:39 pm

1 stop13h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

12:30 am-10:51 am

1 stop9h 21m

$442

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/3

2:21 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop6h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:55 am-8:03 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$469

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/4

5:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

7:55 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$471

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/4

5:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

7:55 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$473

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/7

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/15

12:30 am-8:46 am

1 stop7h 16m

$480

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $88). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 May 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andJetBlue 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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 04m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $363. New Orleans and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 1434 mi.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $108. Users have also found prices from $127 and $127 on United Airlines and Southwest, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $88). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 May 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$174Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$215Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$266Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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