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$136+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Costa Rica

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — SJO
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:11 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 46mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 12/224:17 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop21h 00mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 12/15$313
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/1610:11 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/222:20 amSJO - IAH
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$322
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/294:17 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$391
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/294:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Sun 1/117:50 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop15h 15mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$432
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/307:45 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:50 pmSJO - IAH
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$434
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/247:45 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/2912:39 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$437
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/244:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Sun 12/285:00 amSJO - IAH
1 stop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$441
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:45 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/111:30 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop19h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/298:35 amIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$445
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2811:46 amIAH - SJO
2 stops11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:45 amSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/298:35 amIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:00 amSJO - IAH
1 stop7h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$449
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2811:46 amIAH - SJO
2 stops11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:00 amSJO - IAH
1 stop7h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$451

Find flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$298
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One-way from

$136
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$766

Good round-trip deal

$540 or less

Good one-way deal

$257 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

3:05 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Liberia

Wed 1/21

8:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$352

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/10

6:10 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 04m

Liberia

Tue 1/13

1:21 pm-10:21 am

2 stops21h 00m

$371

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-4:08 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Liberia

Wed 3/11

7:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$431

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

6:10 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Liberia

Wed 1/21

3:13 pm-8:36 am

2 stops17h 23m

$445

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

4:03 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 07m

Liberia

Wed 3/11

2:28 pm-11:21 am

2 stops19h 53m

$445

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

2:34 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-10:24 am

Nonstop3h 54m

$447

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

4:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

6:30 am-10:24 am

Nonstop3h 54m

$447

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

5:22 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Liberia

Tue 2/3

1:21 pm-12:45 am

1 stop11h 24m

$461

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

5:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

2:31 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$462

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

9:36 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Liberia

Thu 2/19

8:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$462

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Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $167). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 IAH to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 44% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 17, 2025.

The most flights from IAH to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,487 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,188 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica in just under 3h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 32m. There are 1480 mi between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Costa Rica. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $75. Avianca flights start at $147 while deals on United Airlines start at $182 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $504, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $191. The most popular route (Houston George Bush Intcntl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $183.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $167). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 4 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$183Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$348Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$439Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$454Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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