New Orleans

$158+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MSY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from San José to New Orleans with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in October or September, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from San José to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/132:20 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/72:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:31 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop19h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/317:42 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/212:20 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/19:32 amMSY - SJO
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$279
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:31 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/76:40 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2311:32 amSJO - MSY
2 stops12h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:45 amMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$283
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1812:39 pmSJO - MSY
2 stops11h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/75:00 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops19h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$286
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:39 pmSJO - MSY
2 stops11h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/76:40 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$287
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/106:05 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/118:45 amSJO - MSY
1 stop12h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/102:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/2111:32 amSJO - MSY
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:45 amMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$301

Find flight deals from San José to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$270
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$158
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$373
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights.
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

San José

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/26

12:35 pm-8:36 am

1 stop20h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/4

6:56 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/21

6:30 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-10:32 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

8:45 am-4:01 pm

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

12:40 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/29

6:30 am-4:01 pm

1 stop9h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

2:26 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

6:30 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

7:20 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop25h 19m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/27

6:30 am-4:01 pm

1 stop9h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/4

6:56 am-10:32 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

8:45 am-11:28 pm

1 stop14h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/7

12:40 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/26

12:35 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop24h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

1:30 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/8

8:36 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$274

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

2:58 pm-8:21 am

2 stops17h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

4:14 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$276

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

Showing 1-10 of 16 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from San José to New Orleans

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to New Orleans in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San José-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from San José with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to New Orleans?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New Orleans (average of $219). Flying from San José to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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 SJO to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

When flying from San José to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to New Orleans have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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 San José to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San José to New Orleans?

    United Airlines can get you from San José to New Orleans in just under 20h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San José and New Orleans is about 1434 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to New Orleans round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $159, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and Delta. Spirit Airlines is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $114. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San José to New Orleans for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José to New Orleans?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New Orleans (average of $219). Flying from San José to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near New Orleans?

Book flights to New Orleans if you plan to visit one of these locations
Metairie
Kenner
Slidell
Thibodaux
Houma
Gonzales
Covington
Gretna
Hammond

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for San José to New Orleans

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 6 airlines flying from San José to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$184Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$237Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$269Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.