Costa Rica

$237+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Jun 3 — Jun 101
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 4, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 9/116:00 am
HOU
-
LIR
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 9/172:10 pm
LIR
-
HOU
1 stop17h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/29$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 8/169:05 am
HOU
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Fri 8/211:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 8/238:14 pm
HOU
-
SJO
1 stop18h 38m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:08 pm
SJO
-
HOU
1 stop21h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$489
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 8/144:10 pm
HOU
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Tue 8/181:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$496
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 9/44:10 pm
HOU
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Fri 9/111:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$506
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 12/158:19 pm
HOU
-
LIR
2 stops17h 31m
American Airlines
Fri 12/253:10 pm
LIR
-
HOU
1 stop8h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sun 7/128:23 pm
HOU
-
LIR
1 stop19h 17m
American Airlines
Thu 7/163:40 pm
LIR
-
HOU
1 stop17h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4$513
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 8/104:10 pm
HOU
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/191:40 pm
SJO
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/1$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 12/58:19 pm
HOU
-
LIR
2 stops17h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 12/133:10 pm
LIR
-
HOU
1 stop17h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/2$536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Mon 6/156:03 am
HOU
-
LIR
1 stop9h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 7/63:40 pm
LIR
-
HOU
1 stop7h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/2$546

Find flight deals from Hobby to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$463
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$237
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$492

Good round-trip deal

$523 or less
From Houston Hobby to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby to Costa Rica.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 May 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/12

8:35 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops17h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/18

1:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$544

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/5

8:50 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

9:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$555

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/18

6:15 pm-6:25 am

2 stops13h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

1:00 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$565

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/30

6:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/5

9:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$575

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/25

7:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

9:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops14h 05m

$575

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/16

4:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops19h 45m

Liberia

Sun 9/20

2:10 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$591

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/19

5:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$610

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/19

5:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

9:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$645

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/19

5:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

1:10 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$660

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/15

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Liberia

Mon 10/19

2:10 pm-8:59 am

1 stop17h 49m

$666

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica (average of $79). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica in April is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Hobby 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 May 4, 2026.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Hobby 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 May 4, 2026.

The most flights from HOU 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 26% of weekly flights between Houston and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 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 26% 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 May 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica?

    Southwest and American Airlines can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica in just under 16h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 50m. The distance between Houston Hobby Airport and Costa Rica is about 1533 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $74 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $139 and Southwest from $164 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $786, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $477. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $343.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica (average of $79). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Rica in April is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 May 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$185Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$299Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$433Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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