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$122+ 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MSY
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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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

Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$186
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$122
(Spirit)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$361
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. 12% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2312:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$182
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2612:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$186
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2512:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/278:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$207
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/76:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$211
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Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/48:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$215
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Fri 9/2612:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/308:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/2212:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/266:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/1712:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/246:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$230
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Fri 10/3112:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/85:10 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$232

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to New Orleans that are best for you.

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San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

12:19 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/28

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$186

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

12:19 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/4

8:19 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 11m

$215

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

12:19 pm-7:55 am

2 stops18h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/28

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$217

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/17

7:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 35m

$234

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/20

7:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 35m

$235

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

12:19 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/26

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$239

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

5:10 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$243

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

12:19 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

8:19 pm-10:27 am

2 stops15h 08m

$245

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

11:37 am-11:53 pm

2 stops11h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/3

6:41 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$253

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

11:37 am-11:53 pm

2 stops11h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/2

5:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 49m

$253

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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 August 29, 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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from San José, San José Province to New Orleans in about 10h 33m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from San José, San José Province to New Orleans is about 1434 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($184), Delta ($269), and Southwest ($341) 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 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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  • 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$184Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$269Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$368Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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