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$58+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$58
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$227
From Houston to Central America
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 9/1810:12 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/251:00 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/149:45 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/1612:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$151
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/99:45 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/1612:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$152
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/210:12 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/512:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$154
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/135:40 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2112:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/129:45 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1412:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/125:40 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1412:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/129:45 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$160
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/1810:12 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop2h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/231:00 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$161
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:05 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Tue 9/308:20 pmGUA - IAH
1 stop14h 50mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$162
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/76:00 amIAH - GUA
1 stop6h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1212:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 10/125:40 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/1612:30 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$164

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Central America 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 22m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 11/4

1:30 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$173

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/14

2:05 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/21

8:00 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$190

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/13

5:40 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/19

8:00 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$190

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/5

9:54 am-12:55 am

1 stop15h 01m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 12/8

3:10 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$207

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/12

4:35 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/18

8:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$209

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/27

6:09 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/2

1:25 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$215

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/24

6:09 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/3

3:30 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$215

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/27

6:09 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/3

3:30 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$215

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/6

5:40 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$215

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/27

6:09 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

3:30 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Central America

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Houston to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and Avianca 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
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 1211 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Central America are United Airlines ($59), Spirit Airlines ($60), and Avianca ($60).

  • 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 $327. On average you can expect to pay $428. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $174.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Houston to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 9 airlines flying from Houston to Central America

Discover the top 9 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$96Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$102Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$174Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$345Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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