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Cheap flights from San José to New Orleans from $158

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United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 8:36 am
SJO
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MSY
20h 01m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:14 pm - 8:39 pm
MSY
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SJO
6h 25m1 stop
$270United Airlines
Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 30
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1:31 pm - 8:55 pm
SJO
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MSY
7h 24m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
6h 07m1 stop
$271Spirit Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 21
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:29 pm
SJO
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MSY
7h 59m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:36 pm - 12:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
15h 46m2 stops
$272Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 8:47 am
SJO
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MSY
19h 16m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 12:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
16h 40m1 stop
$273Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 31
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:29 pm
SJO
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MSY
7h 59m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 12:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
16h 40m1 stop
$274Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
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2:58 pm - 8:21 am
SJO
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MSY
17h 23m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 1:42 pm
MSY
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SJO
21h 28m1 stop
$276Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 4:37 pm
SJO
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MSY
10h 07m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 8:39 pm
MSY
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SJO
6h 26m1 stop
$279United Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
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7:00 am - 8:12 pm
SJO
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MSY
13h 12m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 10:15 pm
MSY
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SJO
13h 15m1 stop
$280Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 24
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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MSY
10h 28m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:22 pm
MSY
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SJO
19h 22m2 stops
$281Spirit Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 7
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12:33 pm - 7:41 pm
SJO
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MSY
7h 08m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 11:37 am
MSY
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SJO
15h 55m2 stops
$283Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21

American Airlines flights from San José to New Orleans

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American Airlines
Dec 23
SJO11:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 54m
2 stops
MSY12:26 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 1
MSY6:45 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
16h 00m
1 stop
SJO10:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$283
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American Airlines
Feb 13
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 23m
1 stop
MSY8:48 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Feb 17
MSY6:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 23m
1 stop
SJO12:23 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$284
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American Airlines
Jan 15
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 56m
1 stop
MSY11:56 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 20
MSY11:04 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 40m
1 stop
SJO7:44 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$286
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United Airlines flights from San José to New Orleans

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to New Orleans flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 26
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 01m
1 stop
MSY8:36 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 4
MSY6:56 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 20m
1 stop
SJO6:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$270
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United Airlines
Jan 23
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 21m
1 stop
MSY8:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 26
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 15m
1 stop
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$279
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United Airlines
Dec 25
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 38m
1 stop
MSY1:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 7
MSY2:26 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 30m
1 stop
SJO12:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$291
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San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/26

12:35 pm-8:36 am

1 stop20h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/30

2:14 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$270

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

1:31 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

6:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$271

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

1:30 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/8

8:36 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$272

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

1:31 pm-8:47 am

1 stop19h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/31

7:42 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$273

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

1:30 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

7:42 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$274

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

2:58 pm-8:21 am

2 stops17h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

4:14 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$276

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-4:37 pm

1 stop10h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

2:13 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$279

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-8:12 pm

1 stop13h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

9:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$280

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/7

5:00 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$281

San JoséNew Orleans

SJO - MSY

SJOMSY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

12:33 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

7:42 pm-11:37 am

2 stops15h 55m

$283

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to New Orleans

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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 $330, 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 September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $335.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from San José to New Orleans is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $363. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San José to New Orleans for around $475.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $346. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $472 per ticket.

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 $398 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 $345 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to New Orleans flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to New Orleans

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Fastest flight time

6h 38m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San José to New Orleans takes 6h 38m
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 6h 38m.

  • 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.

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

Best airlines flying from San José to New Orleans

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $184Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,177 reviews
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7.2
2,899 reviews
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7.9
8,005 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.2
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7.4
9,095 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $341Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,253 reviews
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