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$171+ 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MSY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$305
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$171
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$437
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/151:41 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/219:04 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 10/312:25 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/86:09 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop20h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:30 amSJO - MSY
1 stop12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/184:43 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops20h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/217:00 amSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mDelta
Thu 11/275:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/10$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/285:30 amSJO - MSY
1 stop15h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/55:30 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$367
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:59 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 08mJetBlue
Mon 12/810:55 amMSY - SJO
1 stop11h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/128:45 amSJO - MSY
1 stop12h 50mSouthwest
Wed 7/168:05 amMSY - SJO
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$482
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2712:50 amSJO - MSY
2 stops28h 00mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/314:53 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops31h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$812

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San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

1:41 pm-7:02 am

1 stop16h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

9:04 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$296

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

1:53 pm-8:37 am

1 stop17h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

6:59 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$301

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/9

7:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

4:43 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$314

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/21

7:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/27

5:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$358

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/28

5:30 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/5

5:30 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$367

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

11:59 pm-10:07 am

1 stop10h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

10:55 am-10:54 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$381

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

2:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop9h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/9

9:15 am-8:30 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$465

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/27

12:50 am-5:50 am

2 stops28h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

4:53 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$812

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/28

2:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$171

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/14

1:41 pm-7:02 am

1 stop16h 21m

$172

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

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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, San José Province 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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to New Orleans is 62 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 San José, San José Province to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province 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 27% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($305), American Airlines ($343), and United Airlines ($358) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to New Orleans for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $171 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $192 and $239, respectively.

  • 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, San José Province to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San José, San José Province 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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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$214Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$354Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$357Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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