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$69+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
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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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$69
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$346
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 julio 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/145:30 amIAH - GUA
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
dom. 8/1712:34 amGUA - IAH
1 stop16h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/22:54 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 52mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 9/169:27 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/30$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mié. 8/65:40 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
mié. 8/208:00 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 10mAvianca
Deal found 7/30$189
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/122:54 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 54mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/278:00 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/45:48 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
dom. 9/712:19 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$212
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/172:05 pmIAH - GUA
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/2412:44 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/56:09 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 08mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/146:00 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$221
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 9/25:30 amIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
mar. 9/161:45 pmSAL - IAH
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/257:16 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/14:17 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/206:44 pmHOU - SAL
2 stops17h 51mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/2712:35 pmSAL - HOU
2 stops20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1110:09 amHOU - GUA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
jue. 9/188:30 amGUA - HOU
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/46:00 amHOU - GUA
1 stop6h 30mDelta
dom. 9/141:05 pmGUA - HOU
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/28$306

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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 julio 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Central America that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 8/14

5:30 am-11:21 am

1 stop6h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

dom. 8/17

12:34 am-6:11 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$181

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 9/2

2:54 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 9/16

9:27 am-1:34 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$185

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 8/10

5:40 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 8/19

12:05 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$189

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 8/12

2:54 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 8/27

8:00 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$190

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 9/4

5:48 pm-10:27 am

1 stop17h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 9/7

12:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$212

HoustonGuatemala City

IAH - GUA

IAHGUA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 8/17

2:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

dom. 8/24

12:44 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$217

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 10/5

6:09 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 10/12

6:00 am-10:08 am

Nonstop3h 08m

$221

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 9/2

5:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 9/16

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$225

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 8/25

7:16 pm-11:12 am

1 stop16h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 9/1

4:17 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$235

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

sáb. 9/20

6:44 pm-11:35 am

2 stops17h 51m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 9/27

12:35 pm-9:39 am

2 stops20h 04m

$240

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/28

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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 julio 30, 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 julio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Spirit Airlines ($69), Avianca ($91), and American Airlines ($92).

  • 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 $341. On average you can expect to pay $482. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $175.

  • 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$93Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$102Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$111Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$167Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$345Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$393Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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