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$59+ Cheap flights from Houston to Central America

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Fri 11/217:30 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/111:10 amGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$163
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Mon 11/247:30 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/43:00 pmGUA - IAH
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$165
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Wed 12/38:35 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/102:28 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$166
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Wed 12/38:35 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/43:10 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:20 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/2212:12 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$173
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Wed 12/38:35 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/33:10 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$174
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:35 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/62:28 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$175
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Sun 12/710:34 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/112:38 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:35 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/72:28 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$177
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Fri 12/510:34 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/91:39 pmGUA - IAH
1 stop8h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$179
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Thu 12/42:37 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 01mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 12/910:10 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/28$179
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Fri 11/217:30 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/2412:16 pmGUA - IAH
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$180

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$59
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$266
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Central America that are best for you.

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HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

2:30 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-10:04 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$159

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

6:16 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/13

6:55 am-10:04 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$181

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/24

6:16 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/25

1:30 am-5:39 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$181

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

10:13 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/4

2:30 am-5:39 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$181

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/27

4:44 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-10:04 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$224

HoustonSan Pedro Sula

IAH - SAP

IAHSAP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/11

5:34 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 11/24

11:48 am-7:49 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$236

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/24

12:21 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/8

3:30 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$250

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/27

4:44 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 1/30

2:10 am-5:04 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$272

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/16

9:32 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 1/18

2:10 am-5:04 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$289

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/1

9:32 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 1/19

5:00 am-8:04 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Central America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Central America?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Central America (average of $98). Flying from Houston to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Central America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Central America flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines from Houston to Central America. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston to Central America?

    Departing from Houston to Central America will take you 2h 55m. The distance from Houston to Central America is about 1107 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston to Central America?

    When deciding which route to take from Houston to Central America consider Houston Hobby - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, Houston George Bush Intcntl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to Central America is $356. On average you can expect to pay $773. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $171.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Central America that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Central America?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Central America?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Central America (average of $98). Flying from Houston to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 10 airlines flying from Houston to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Central America. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$102Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$116Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$124Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$156Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$171Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$345Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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