$76+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/712:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$292
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 4/94:22 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop19h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/2612:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$293
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sun 3/295:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/104:17 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/85:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/1012:19 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop7h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Mon 3/305:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/811:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/1012:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$299
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 3/2711:15 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop24h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/311:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/105:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/1612:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/214:18 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop17h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/1812:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/295:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/911:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$305
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2112:05 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/287:00 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$306
Best flights from Houston to Costa RicaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Houston to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Houston to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2112:05 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/307:00 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$320
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/711:10 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop27h 05m
Viva
Fri 6/262:20 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop12h 20m
Viva
Deal found 3/10![Viva logo]()
$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 4/129:40 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 4/173:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/2011:00 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Fri 4/242:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 5/146:00 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Wed 5/201:20 pm
SJO
- HOU
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/166:12 pm
IAH
- LIR
2 stops18h 09m
American Airlines
Mon 4/202:40 pm
LIR
- IAH
2 stops19h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$547
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/1311:00 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Fri 4/242:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Mon 5/1111:55 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 5/253:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2811:00 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Fri 5/12:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/194:55 pm
IAH
- SJO
Nonstop3h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 5/2411:13 am
SJO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 4/176:01 am
HOU
- LIR
1 stop8h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 4/202:40 pm
LIR
- HOU
2 stops17h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$557
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1010:55 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Thu 5/142:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/129:40 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 5/143:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$522
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/218:23 pm
HOU
- LIR
1 stop18h 18m
American Airlines
Sun 5/242:19 pm
LIR
- HOU
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11![American Airlines logo]()
$594
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/29:55 am
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Thu 5/71:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:55 pm
IAH
- SJO
Nonstop3h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 5/121:25 pm
SJO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$522
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:00 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/222:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/119:40 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 5/1411:49 am
LIR
- IAH
1 stop10h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$532
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:15 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops16h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/161:35 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 6/184:55 pm
IAH
- SJO
Nonstop3h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 6/241:25 pm
SJO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 5/1010:40 am
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Sun 5/242:00 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/169:40 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 4/203:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$542
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 5/111:00 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Thu 5/72:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 6/67:57 pm
IAH
- SJO
Nonstop3h 42m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1212:30 am
SJO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$554
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/88:35 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops16h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/219:00 am
SJO
- HOU
1 stop12h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$548
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/49:38 am
IAH
- SJO
Nonstop3h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 6/97:55 am
SJO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$554
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1710:55 am
HOU
- LIR
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Fri 5/222:10 pm
LIR
- HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$548
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 4/238:30 pm
IAH
- LIR
1 stop19h 49m
United Airlines
Thu 4/303:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$581
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Fri 5/87:30 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops18h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/119:00 am
SJO
- HOU
1 stop13h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 6/187:30 am
IAH
- LIR
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 6/223:27 pm
LIR
- IAH
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$583
Last-minute flights from Houston to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Houston to Costa Rica. Data last updated March 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Houston to Costa Rica. Data last updated March 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 3/185:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/111:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$308
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 3/2711:15 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop24h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/311:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$300
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 3/284:30 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop19h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/3111:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$299
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sun 3/295:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/104:17 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/295:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/911:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Mon 3/305:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/811:38 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/85:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/1012:19 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop7h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/214:18 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop17h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 4/94:22 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop19h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/2612:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop21h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/105:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/1612:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$301
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2112:05 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/287:00 am
SJO
- IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/712:38 pm
SJO
- IAH
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$292
One-way flights from Houston to Costa RicaSearch for one-way flight options from Houston to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Houston to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 5/86:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$76
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/125:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$77
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/256:46 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop17h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:46 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop17h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$80
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 4/206:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/166:46 pm
IAH
- SJO
1 stop17h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$83
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/196:00 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/145:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$88
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 3/245:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$91
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/115:45 am
IAH
- SJO
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$94
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1210:40 am
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$139
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 4/76:01 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop8h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8![American Airlines logo]()
$141
Find flight deals from Houston to Costa Rica
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.
Round-trip from | $292 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $76 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $576 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Costa Rica that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 5/21
12:05 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop12h 54m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/30
7:00 am-7:25 pm
1 stop11h 25m
$320
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 6/7
11:10 pm-1:15 am
1 stop27h 05m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 6/26
2:20 am-3:40 pm
1 stop12h 20m
$345
HoustonLiberia
IAH - LIR
IAHLIR
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 4/12
9:40 am-12:10 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
Liberia
Fri 4/17
3:27 pm-8:12 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$406
Quickest round-trip
HoustonLiberia
HOU - LIR
HOULIR
Houston Hobby
Mon 4/20
11:00 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
Liberia
Fri 4/24
2:10 pm-6:45 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$439
HoustonLiberia
HOU - LIR
HOULIR
Houston Hobby
Mon 4/13
11:00 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
Liberia
Fri 4/24
2:10 pm-6:45 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$439
HoustonLiberia
HOU - LIR
HOULIR
Houston Hobby
Tue 4/28
11:00 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
Liberia
Fri 5/1
2:10 pm-6:45 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$442
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Thu 5/14
6:00 am-11:55 am
1 stop6h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/20
1:20 pm-10:26 pm
1 stop8h 06m
$459
HoustonLiberia
HOU - LIR
HOULIR
Houston Hobby
Sun 5/10
10:55 am-1:10 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
Liberia
Thu 5/14
2:10 pm-6:45 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$462
HoustonLiberia
IAH - LIR
IAHLIR
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 5/11
11:55 am-2:25 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
Liberia
Mon 5/25
3:27 pm-8:12 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$467
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Sat 5/2
9:55 am-12:15 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/7
1:10 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
$494
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HO1-CR0
IAH-SJO
HOU-SJO
IAH-LIR
HOU-LIR
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Costa Rica (average of $167). Flying from Houston to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 CR?
Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 March 12, 2026.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Houston to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Costa Rica?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 to Costa Rica
Explore weekly flight availability from Houston 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 March 12, 2026.
The most flights from HO1 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).
How often are flights from Houston to Costa Rica delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Houston and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Costa Rica flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Costa Rica flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.
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 March 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Houston to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Houston to Costa Rica Travel Guide
Juan Santamaria International Airport sits in Alajuela, which is 12 miles to the west of downtown San Jose. San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica. The airport is a focus city that serves Copa Airlines and a hub for Sansa Airlines. This is the second busiest airport in Central America. It’s been recognized as one of the best airports in Latin America.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Houston to Costa Rica
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 March 12, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$173 | Average$267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$409 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$366 | Average$576 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$406 | Average$838 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$436 | Average$590 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |