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Cheap flights from San José to New Orleans from $177

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United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:49 pm
SJO
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MSY
12h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 10:39 pm
MSY
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SJO
6h 04m
1 stop
$297United Airlines
Mon, May 25 - Fri, May 29
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3:19 pm - 12:09 am
SJO
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MSY
7h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 11:50 am
MSY
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SJO
20h 33m
2 stops
$310American Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 4
American Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 10:47 pm
SJO
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MSY
7h 39m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 1:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
8h 52m
1 stop
$314American Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
American Airlines Logo
3:19 pm - 12:09 am
SJO
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MSY
7h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 11:50 am
MSY
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SJO
20h 33m
2 stops
$315American Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 4
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:32 am
SJO
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MSY
20h 27m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 11:05 am
MSY
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SJO
17h 18m
2 stops
$316American Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:35 am
SJO
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MSY
9h 36m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:56 am
MSY
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SJO
18h 56m
2 stops
$317American Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Tue, May 26
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12:50 pm - 8:32 am
SJO
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MSY
18h 42m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:19 am - 1:15 pm
MSY
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SJO
7h 56m
1 stop
$319American Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 13
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:09 am
SJO
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MSY
25h 39m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:07 am
MSY
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SJO
6h 07m
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$320American Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:32 am
SJO
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MSY
20h 27m
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American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 11:05 am
MSY
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SJO
17h 18m
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$322American Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20
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12:50 pm - 8:32 am
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MSY
18h 42m
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American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 8:14 pm
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SJO
11h 48m
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$324American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

United Airlines flights from San José to New Orleans

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to New Orleans flight tickets
United Airlines
May 25
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 54m
1 stop
MSY9:49 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
May 29
MSY5:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 04m
1 stop
SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$297
United Airlines
Jul 28
SJO12:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 44m
1 stop
MSY1:14 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 4
MSY12:07 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 32m
1 stop
SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$355
United Airlines
May 21
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 56m
1 stop
MSY7:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
May 25
MSY2:21 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 50m
1 stop
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$387

GOL flights from San José to New Orleans

Our best GOL deals on San José to New Orleans flight tickets
GOL
Apr 1
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 01m
2 stops
MSY8:27 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Apr 8
MSY6:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
17h 22m
2 stops
SJO11:07 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$391
GOL
May 9
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 07m
1 stop
MSY7:37 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
May 12
MSY5:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 17m
2 stops
SJO11:07 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$392
GOL
Apr 18
SJO2:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 31m
2 stops
MSY9:53 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Apr 21
MSY5:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 17m
2 stops
SJO11:07 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$399

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San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

7:55 am-9:49 pm

1 stop12h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/29

5:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$297

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

3:19 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/4

4:17 pm-11:50 am

2 stops20h 33m

$310
Quickest round-trip

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/7

2:08 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/14

5:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$314

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

3:19 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/4

4:17 pm-11:50 am

2 stops20h 33m

$315

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

1:05 pm-10:32 am

2 stops20h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/20

6:47 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 18m

$316

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

11:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop9h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/26

6:00 pm-11:56 am

2 stops18h 56m

$317

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/5

12:50 pm-8:32 am

2 stops18h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/13

6:19 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$319

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/13

6:30 am-9:09 am

1 stop25h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/20

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$320

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

1:05 pm-10:32 am

2 stops20h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/20

6:47 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 18m

$322

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/18

12:50 pm-8:32 am

2 stops18h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/25

9:26 am-8:14 pm

2 stops11h 48m

$324

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from San José is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $318, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of October, then departing from San José during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $324.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $376 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from San José for as low as $319 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for San José to New Orleans flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

7h 51m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San José to New Orleans takes 7h 51m
There are no direct flights from San José to New Orleans. There are no popular flight routes from San José to New Orleans.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is 1434.9 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 7h 51m.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are updated daily.

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $184Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,535 reviews
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7.2
2,909 reviews
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7.1
11,484 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,306 reviews
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7.4
9,454 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,324 reviews
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