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$93+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to San José (SJO)

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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SJO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to San José (SJO). 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$93
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$390
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/286:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$204
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$232
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/41:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$242
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/2312:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$246
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/41:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$248
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/167:00 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 56mJetBlue
Wed 11/192:01 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$262
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:41 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/1312:35 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$265
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:00 amMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 56mJetBlue
Sat 1/1010:00 amSJO - MSY
1 stop11h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$268

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to San José 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to San José that are best for you.

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New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

6:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/14

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$232

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/28

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

12:19 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$237

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/30

6:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

1:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$242

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

6:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$246

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

10:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$262

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

2:01 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$262

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

6:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/13

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$265

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/10

10:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$268

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/28

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$93

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/4

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$109

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to San José. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to San José, San José Province. 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 New Orleans to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 MSY to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to San José, San José Province in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San José, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New Orleans to San José. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to San José. 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 New Orleans to San José, San José Province?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Orleans to San José, San José Province in 5h 49m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or JetBlue to get the fastest option. The distance between New Orleans and San José, San José Province is about 1434 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $220, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from New Orleans to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 New Orleans to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to San José. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$220Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$341Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$369Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$381Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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