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$102+ Cheap flights from Central America to Houston

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SJO — HOU
Feb 7 — Feb 141
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$150
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$102
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$309
From Central America to Houston
One-way flight from Central America to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from Central America to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/1610:50 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mFrontier
Mon 1/196:30 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$149
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/2411:10 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mFrontier
Sat 1/317:00 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mFrontier
Deal found 1/8$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/3111:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/87:45 amIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$151
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/2311:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/275:46 amIAH - SAL
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$152
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/1611:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/196:30 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$153
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/1610:50 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mFrontier
Sat 1/317:00 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$154
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/2411:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/277:45 amIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$156
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2111:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/267:30 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/3111:10 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/24:35 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$161
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Thu 1/228:00 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/317:00 amIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/29:55 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 19mFrontier
Sun 4/123:59 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 05mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/32:11 pmGUA - IAH
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/1010:15 amIAH - GUA
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$163

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to Houston 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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/23

11:23 am-2:37 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/27

5:46 am-2:52 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$152

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/24

11:23 am-2:37 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

7:30 am-10:28 am

Nonstop2h 58m

$157

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/22

4:02 pm-11:11 am

2 stops19h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

7:30 am-10:28 am

Nonstop2h 58m

$186

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/24

5:46 am-2:56 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$194

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

11:23 am-2:37 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

5:46 am-2:56 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$196

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

4:02 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

7:30 am-10:28 am

Nonstop2h 58m

$199

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/22

4:02 pm-11:11 am

2 stops19h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

5:46 am-2:52 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$201

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/21

7:34 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

5:46 am-2:52 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$203

San SalvadorHouston

SAL - IAH

SALIAH

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/10

4:02 pm-11:11 am

2 stops19h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

7:21 am-2:56 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$229

Guatemala CityHouston

GUA - IAH

GUAIAH

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 3/11

1:10 am-5:04 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

9:32 am-11:26 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Houston

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Houston (average of $103). Flying from Central America to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 CA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

When flying from Central America to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Central America to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Central America to Houston. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Central America to Houston flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated January 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Central America to Houston, such as Southwest, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to Houston. 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 Central America to Houston?

    Departing from Central America to Houston will take you 2h 54m. There are 1107 mi between Central America and Houston. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $81. Spirit Airlines flights start at $90 while deals on United Airlines start at $103 one-way.

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

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

    While on average a flight from Central America to Houston is generally $357, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $188. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to Houston 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 Central America to Houston?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Houston (average of $103). Flying from Central America to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 8 airlines flying from Central America to Houston

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Houston. 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$51Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$113Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$126Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$170Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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