Cheap flights from New Orleans to San José from $130

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11:56 am - 9:36 pm
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SJO
10h 40m
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2:08 pm - 8:32 am
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MSY
17h 24m
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$302American Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
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7:58 pm - 11:56 am
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SJO
16h 58m
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2:52 pm - 9:34 am
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MSY
17h 42m
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$307American Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 18
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5:19 am - 11:25 am
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SJO
7h 06m
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American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 10:47 pm
SJO
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MSY
22h 12m
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$309American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
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9:12 am - 9:36 pm
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SJO
13h 24m
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6:30 am - 9:09 am
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MSY
25h 39m
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$310American Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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6:47 pm - 11:05 am
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SJO
17h 18m
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American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:32 am
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MSY
20h 27m
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$312American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:22 am - 7:07 pm
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SJO
12h 45m
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11:35 pm - 10:47 pm
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MSY
22h 12m
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$313American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
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7:00 pm - 7:52 pm
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SJO
25h 52m
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American Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 10:30 am
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18h 38m
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$314American Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4
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9:51 am - 7:37 pm
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SJO
10h 46m
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1:25 pm - 9:52 pm
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7h 27m
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$326United Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17
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6:52 pm - 11:34 am
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17h 42m
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7:00 am - 8:58 pm
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$332American Airlines
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16h 01m
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9:35 am - 4:18 pm
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29h 43m
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$334Frontier
Sat, May 30 - Fri, Jun 5

American Airlines flights from New Orleans to San José

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American Airlines
Apr 29
MSY5:30 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 52m
1 stop
SJO1:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 5
SJO2:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m
1 stop
MSY11:22 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$302
American Airlines
Aug 3
MSY7:58 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
16h 58m
2 stops
SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 18
SJO2:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 42m
2 stops
MSY9:34 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$307
American Airlines
May 7
MSY5:19 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 06m
1 stop
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 14
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 12m
1 stop
MSY10:47 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$309

GOL flights from New Orleans to San José

Our best GOL deals on New Orleans to San José flight tickets
GOL
Jul 22
MSY7:58 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 14m
2 stops
SJO1:12 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 30
SJO11:41 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
MSY8:31 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$377
GOL
Jun 11
MSY6:17 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 33m
2 stops
SJO11:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 15
SJO3:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 27m
2 stops
MSY10:35 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$379
GOL
May 29
MSY6:17 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 52m
2 stops
SJO1:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 31
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 08m
1 stop
MSY7:07 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$380

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New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/8

11:56 am-9:36 pm

1 stop10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

2:08 pm-8:32 am

1 stop17h 24m

$302

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/3

7:58 pm-11:56 am

2 stops16h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/18

2:52 pm-9:34 am

2 stops17h 42m

$307

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/7

5:19 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

11:35 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop22h 12m

$309

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/14

9:12 am-9:36 pm

1 stop13h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

6:30 am-9:09 am

1 stop25h 39m

$310

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/9

6:47 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

1:05 pm-10:32 am

2 stops20h 27m

$312

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/7

7:22 am-7:07 pm

2 stops12h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

11:35 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop22h 12m

$313

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/28

7:00 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop25h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

2:52 pm-10:30 am

2 stops18h 38m

$314
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/3

9:51 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

1:25 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$326

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/3

6:52 pm-11:34 am

2 stops17h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

7:00 am-8:58 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$332

New OrleansSan José

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/30

5:18 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

9:35 am-4:18 pm

1 stop29h 43m

$334

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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 $306. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until January to fly from New Orleans, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $384.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans 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 $415 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 $327 on momondo.

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

As of April 2026, prices for New Orleans to San José flights are approximately 36% more expensive 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.

Frequently asked questions about flying 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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DeltaPriceFrom $174Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,459 reviews
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6.3
8,637 reviews
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7.1
2,955 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,673 reviews
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7.4
9,653 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,332 reviews
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