Costa Rica

$175+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX to Costa Rica

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HOU — SJO
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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Cheap flight deals from Galveston to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$378
(Southwest)

One-way from

$175
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$496
From Galveston to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Galveston to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Galveston to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/184:20 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Wed 8/271:40 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Tue 9/231:35 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/29$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/202:00 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop17h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:00 amHOU - SJO
2 stops14h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/237:21 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$396
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:25 amHOU - LIR
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/102:45 pmLIR - HOU
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/28$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Thu 8/146:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Tue 8/191:25 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/28$515

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Galveston to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Galveston

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/18

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

1:40 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$378

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

1:35 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$382

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Liberia

Wed 8/20

2:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop17h 21m

$391

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

7:21 am-6:04 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$396

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Liberia

Tue 8/19

1:25 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$515

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/22

10:40 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Liberia

Sat 7/26

2:30 pm-9:35 am

2 stops18h 05m

$526

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$175

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$180

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$180

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/14

9:01 am-7:42 pm

2 stops11h 41m

$183

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/29

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Best time to book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Galveston with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Galveston to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Galveston to Costa Rica 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 G4L to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Galveston to Costa Rica?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Galveston to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Galveston to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Galveston to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

The most flights from G4L to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Galveston to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Galveston to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Galveston to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $175. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Galveston to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Galveston to Costa Rica?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $297. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $182 on average our data indicates $465 when flying from Galveston to Costa Rica.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Galveston 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Galveston to Costa Rica 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 6 airlines flying from Galveston to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Galveston 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$265Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$453Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$526Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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