Cheap flights from New Orleans to San José from $138

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5:00 am - 7:37 pm
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SJO
15h 37m
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7:55 am - 11:29 pm
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MSY
14h 34m
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$298United Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
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7:00 am - 11:56 am
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5h 56m
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12:55 pm - 10:05 pm
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8h 10m
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$300JetBlue
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 4
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2:45 pm - 9:36 pm
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7h 51m
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American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:37 pm
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12h 07m
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$303American Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10
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17h 06m
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6:30 am - 5:52 pm
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10h 22m
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$308American Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 6
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5:30 am - 7:07 pm
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SJO
14h 37m
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American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 9:53 am
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MSY
9h 18m
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$313American Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Sat, May 16
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11:24 am - 12:12 pm
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SJO
25h 48m
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1:05 pm - 10:07 pm
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8h 02m
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$316Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
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2:14 pm - 7:37 pm
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6h 23m
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United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:49 pm
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12h 54m
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$318United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Wed, Jun 3
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7:00 am - 7:07 pm
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13h 07m
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11:35 pm - 6:51 pm
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18h 16m
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$319American Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6
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6:34 am - 9:36 pm
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16h 02m
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11:35 pm - 9:53 am
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$323American Airlines
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9:15 am - 7:07 pm
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11:35 pm - 11:05 am
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$324American Airlines
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United Airlines flights from New Orleans to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on New Orleans to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
May 7
MSY5:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 37m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 11
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 34m
1 stop
MSY11:29 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$298
United Airlines
May 13
MSY2:14 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 23m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 3
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 54m
1 stop
MSY9:49 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$318
United Airlines
May 6
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 21m
1 stop
SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 10
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 42m
1 stop
MSY5:37 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$330

JetBlue flights from New Orleans to San José

Our best JetBlue deals on New Orleans to San José flight tickets
JetBlue
Apr 28
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 56m
1 stop
SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 4
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 10m
1 stop
MSY10:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$300
JetBlue
Apr 28
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 56m
1 stop
SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 6
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 10m
1 stop
MSY10:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$326

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New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/7

5:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop15h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/11

7:55 am-11:29 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$298
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

12:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$300

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/1

2:45 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

6:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$303

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/1

5:30 am-9:36 pm

1 stop17h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

6:30 am-5:52 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$308

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-7:07 pm

2 stops14h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

11:35 pm-9:53 am

1 stop9h 18m

$313

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/8

11:24 am-12:12 pm

1 stop25h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/15

1:05 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$316

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/13

2:14 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop6h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

7:55 am-9:49 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$318

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-7:07 pm

1 stop13h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

11:35 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$319

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/1

6:34 am-9:36 pm

1 stop16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

11:35 pm-9:53 am

1 stop9h 18m

$323

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/29

9:15 am-7:07 pm

2 stops10h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

11:35 pm-11:05 am

1 stop10h 30m

$324

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New Orleans and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $290. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until August to fly from New Orleans, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $382.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from New Orleans when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $413 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from New Orleans for as low as $376 on momondo.

How have New Orleans to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for New Orleans to San José flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

5h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New Orleans to San José takes 5h 55m
There are no direct flights from New Orleans to San José. There are no popular flight routes from New Orleans to San José.
  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The distance between New Orleans Louis Armstrong and San José Juan Santamaria Intl is about 1434.9 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from New Orleans to San José?

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $193Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,518 reviews
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7.9
8,288 reviews
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7.2
2,904 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,449 reviews
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7.4
9,419 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $339Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,318 reviews
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