Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Costa Rica from $114

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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MSY — SJO
Jun 11 — Jun 181

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 18 days in advance, which can save you up to 59% on flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 18 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $355. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $472.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in November. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Costa Rica. Flights to Costa Rica from New Orleans in April are about $466 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $233.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to CR?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Cheap New Orleans to Costa Rica flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from New Orleans to Costa Rica specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 6/257:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/2912:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$257
Wed 6/195:10 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/2512:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$262
Wed 7/174:10 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop8h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/2212:55 amSJO - MSY
1 stop14h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$267
Tue 6/253:55 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/2912:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$269
Wed 7/176:25 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/231:40 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$275
Tue 7/166:25 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/2212:55 amSJO - MSY
1 stop14h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$277
Tue 6/257:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/3012:32 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$282
Wed 6/195:57 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/221:42 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$284
Tue 7/166:25 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/231:40 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$285

New Orleans to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New Orleans and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 9/168:15 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop16h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2412:29 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$230
Tue 9/1710:07 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop14h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2412:29 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$235
Mon 9/168:26 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops16h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2412:29 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$242
Mon 9/99:56 amMSY - SJO
2 stops27h 51mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1312:32 pmSJO - MSY
2 stops19h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$250
Mon 9/99:55 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1312:32 pmSJO - MSY
2 stops19h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$252
Tue 6/257:19 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/2912:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$257
Tue 9/178:26 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops16h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2412:29 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$258
Wed 6/195:10 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/2512:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$262
Tue 9/176:30 amMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2312:29 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$263

New Orleans to Costa Rica flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New Orleans to Costa Rica for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from New Orleans to Costa Rica. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 6/156:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/241:42 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$309
Thu 6/139:16 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1812:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$314
Sat 6/156:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/241:42 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$332
Sat 6/156:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/2312:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$335
Thu 6/139:16 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1912:32 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$344
Thu 6/137:40 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops16h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1812:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$348
Sat 6/156:26 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/2312:59 amSJO - MSY
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$360
Sat 6/156:26 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops19h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/241:42 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$363
Thu 6/132:04 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1912:32 pmSJO - MSY
1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$379

One-way flights to Costa Rica from New Orleans

Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica. Users in need of a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 8/154:30 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$114
Sat 6/223:59 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$115
Sat 6/225:10 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$118
Thu 8/157:09 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$139
Wed 7/36:10 amMSY - SJO
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$145
Fri 7/59:00 pmMSY - SJO
1 stop15h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$155
Fri 7/58:55 pmMSY - SJO
2 stops28h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$169
Sat 6/225:29 pmMSY - SJO
3 stops20h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$179
Fri 7/52:43 pmMSY - SJO
3 stops21h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$203

Find flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/16

1 stop16h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/24

1 stop7h 48m

$230

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/17

1 stop14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/24

1 stop7h 48m

$235

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/16

2 stops16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/24

1 stop7h 48m

$242

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/9

2 stops27h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/13

2 stops19h 43m

$250

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/22

1 stop5h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop10h 23m

$306

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/16

2 stops19h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/23

2 stops18h 39m

$311

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/28

2 stops21h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/6

2 stops18h 50m

$326

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MSY - SJO

MSYSJO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/22

2 stops9h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/25

3 stops21h 59m

$334

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongLiberia

MSY - LIR

MSYLIR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/4

1 stop6h 49m

Liberia

Fri 9/13

1 stop9h 12m

$389

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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from New Orleans to Costa Rica have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

6.4
Okay
8,567 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $230, but on average you can expect to pay $266.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Orleans to Costa Rica for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What does MSY to SJO mean?

    Great question - MSY to SJO just means New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Orleans to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Orleans to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Orleans to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Orleans to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The New Orleans to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Costa Rica (average of $383). Flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Costa Rica. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$369Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$547Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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