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

Departing from Costa Rica to New Orleans will take you 10h 33m. The distance between Costa Rica and New Orleans is about 1434 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Costa Rica to New Orleans?

When booking a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or Spirit Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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

To save up to 44% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 34 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Costa Rica to New Orleans from $349 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $495 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Costa Rica to New Orleans?

August can be a great time to fly to New Orleans from Costa Rica with a flight ticket averaging about $440. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $259. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April.

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Costa Rica?

New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tue 9/2312:19 pmSJO - MSY

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Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO

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Deal found 9/9

$182

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Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO

1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$186

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1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$207

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Deal found 9/10

$211

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Deal found 9/10

$215

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Deal found 9/10

$218

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Deal found 9/10

$229

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Deal found 9/10

$230

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1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$232

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Fri 9/2612:19 pmSJO - MSY

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Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO

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Deal found 9/10

$186

Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - MSY

1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines

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Deal found 9/10

$215

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$217

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Deal found 9/11

$234

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Deal found 9/9

$235

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1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$239

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Deal found 9/11

$243

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Deal found 9/10

$245

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Deal found 9/8

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Deal found 9/10

$230

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1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$229

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Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO

1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$182

Thu 9/2512:19 pmSJO - MSY

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Sat 9/278:19 pmMSY - SJO

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Deal found 9/10

$207

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Deal found 9/10

$186

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Deal found 9/10

$218

Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - MSY

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Sat 10/48:19 pmMSY - SJO

1 stop16h 11mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$215

Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - MSY

1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines

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1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$211

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Sat 11/85:10 amMSY - SJO

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Deal found 9/10

$232

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Thu 9/1812:19 pmSJO - MSY

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$137

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Deal found 9/9

$147

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$205

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12:19 pm-11:52 pm

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6:30 am-11:14 am

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12:35 pm-11:53 pm

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12:19 pm-11:52 pm

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8:19 pm-10:27 am

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11:37 am-11:53 pm

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6:41 am-12:30 pm

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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11:37 am-11:53 pm

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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5:41 am-11:30 am

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$253

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Costa Rica to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 CR to MSY?

When flying from Costa Rica to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,023 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Costa Rica?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.
How long is the flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans?
Departing from Costa Rica to New Orleans will take you 10h 33m. The distance between Costa Rica and New Orleans is about 1434 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to New Orleans 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 Costa Rica to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Costa Rica to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$184	Average$352	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
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Southwest	Cheapest$341	Average$623	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$357	Average$470	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$368	Average$516	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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