Central America

$150+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Central America

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Sun 9/136:00 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Wed 9/161:37 pm
SAL
-
HOU
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Tue 9/16:00 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Tue 9/151:37 pm
SAL
-
HOU
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 5/31$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Sat 8/296:14 pm
HOU
-
SAL
2 stops18h 15m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:53 pm
SAL
-
HOU
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 8/306:00 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Sat 9/191:37 pm
SAL
-
HOU
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 6/2$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 8/306:14 pm
HOU
-
SAL
2 stops18h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 9/1912:24 pm
SAL
-
HOU
2 stops21h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Sat 8/229:37 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop28h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 8/253:07 pm
SAL
-
HOU
2 stops19h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 9/75:41 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop8h 07m
American Airlines
Fri 9/1112:24 pm
SAL
-
HOU
2 stops21h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sat 8/226:14 pm
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop19h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 9/61:53 pm
SAL
-
HOU
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sat 9/59:37 am
HOU
-
SAL
1 stop28h 11m
American Airlines
Sat 9/1912:24 pm
SAL
-
HOU
2 stops21h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:10 pm
HOU
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Thu 9/101:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1$457
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:25 am
HOU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/81:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:35 am
HOU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Tue 11/39:00 am
SJO
-
HOU
1 stop12h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3$472

Find flight deals from Hobby to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated June 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$343
(Delta)

One-way from

$150
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$575 or less

Good one-way deal

$247 or less
From Houston Hobby to Central America
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Houston Hobby to Central America.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 June 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/18

1:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$371

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/13

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/16

1:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$381

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/17

2:25 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$456

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/25

1:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$456

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/21

5:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

2:15 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$462

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/23

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/1

1:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$466

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/17

4:10 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/21

1:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$476

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/5

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/19

1:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$476

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/12

6:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/18

9:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$491

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/28

9:05 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/9

2:10 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$516

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America (average of $260). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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 Hobby 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 June 5, 2026.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America?

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 June 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Volaris El Salvador, andUnited Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America in about 7h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 07m. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America is about 1533 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $39. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Volaris El Salvador, as they are both options that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America for a low price.

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

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

    While on average a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America is generally $461, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $235. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $239 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to Central America?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America (average of $260). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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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Alternative routes for Hobby to Central America

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Top 9 airlines flying from Hobby to Central America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 June 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$110Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$123Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$175Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$273Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$543Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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