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$173+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans (MSY)

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MSY
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Tue 6/16
Tue 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans
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 May 17, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 5/287:55 am
SJO
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MSY
1 stop26h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 5/315:15 am
MSY
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SJO
1 stop18h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 7/293:38 pm
SJO
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MSY
1 stop16h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 8/47:42 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/15$306
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.
Sat 5/161:25 pm
SJO
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MSY
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 8/112:07 pm
MSY
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SJO
1 stop23h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$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.
Sat 9/52:52 pm
SJO
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MSY
2 stops18h 38m
American Airlines
Thu 9/105:57 pm
MSY
-
SJO
2 stops18h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 10/151:05 pm
SJO
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MSY
2 stops18h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 10/197:28 pm
MSY
-
SJO
2 stops18h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/17$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 8/282:52 pm
SJO
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MSY
2 stops18h 38m
American Airlines
Mon 9/78:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop12h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$315
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.
Tue 9/12:52 pm
SJO
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MSY
2 stops18h 38m
American Airlines
Tue 9/86:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$316
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.
Sat 5/166:30 am
SJO
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MSY
2 stops15h 17m
American Airlines
Sat 8/17:58 pm
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop19h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sat 9/57:55 am
SJO
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MSY
1 stop13h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 9/97:00 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop13h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15$318
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/247:55 am
SJO
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MSY
1 stop11h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 10/275:15 am
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14$327
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.
Thu 5/287:55 am
SJO
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MSY
1 stop14h 31m
United Airlines
Fri 6/57:13 pm
MSY
-
SJO
1 stop28h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$329
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.
Wed 7/2212:30 am
SJO
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MSY
1 stop14h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 7/2812:07 pm
MSY
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SJO
1 stop23h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$351

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to New Orleans

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Round-trip from

$297
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One-way from

$173
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans 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 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/9

7:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$297

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:55 am-8:46 am

1 stop23h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/10

9:51 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$307

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

7:55 am-8:03 pm

1 stop11h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/27

6:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 30m

$316

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

7:55 am-11:01 am

1 stop26h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/7

9:53 am-10:11 am

1 stop25h 18m

$318

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

7:55 am-11:26 pm

1 stop14h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/5

7:13 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop28h 26m

$329

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

12:30 am-4:27 pm

1 stop14h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/28

12:07 pm-10:11 am

1 stop23h 04m

$351
Quickest round-trip

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

12:30 am-8:46 am

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

11:57 am-10:39 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$360

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/12

12:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop20h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/29

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 56m

$361

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/19

12:30 am-11:26 pm

1 stop21h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/27

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 56m

$365

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

7:55 am-4:27 pm

1 stop7h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/21

9:53 am-10:39 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$376

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Deals found on 5/17

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans (average of $91). Flying from Costa Rica to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated May 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andJetBlue from Costa Rica to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.2
Okay
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Costa Rica to New Orleans. 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 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 11h 08m. The distance between Costa Rica and New Orleans is about 1434 mi.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $114. JetBlue flights start at $149 while deals on Delta start at $158 one-way.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Orleans (average of $91). Flying from Costa Rica to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 Costa Rica to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to New Orleans. 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$184Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$256Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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