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$197+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Houston

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — HOU
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Tue 8/18
Tue 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Houston

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 19, 2026.

This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:00 am
SJO
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IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2012:05 pm
IAH
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SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14$353
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:00 am
SJO
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IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3012:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$355
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 10/134:15 pm
SJO
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IAH
1 stop17h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2012:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18$359
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:00 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/2412:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14$362
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/82:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop18h 40m
Viva
Thu 8/1311:10 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 10m
Viva
Deal found 7/15$365
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Tue 9/227:00 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/112:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$366
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/64:15 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop17h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1112:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$372
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/222:05 pm
SJO
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IAH
1 stop7h 57m
JetBlue
Mon 10/267:24 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/15$373
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Mon 7/202:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop18h 40m
Viva
Sun 7/2611:10 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 05m
Viva
Deal found 7/18$375
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:00 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3012:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$382
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/82:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop18h 40m
Viva
Fri 8/149:45 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop16h 35m
Viva
Deal found 7/17$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:20 pm
LIR
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IAH
Nonstop3h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 9/279:39 am
IAH
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LIR
Nonstop3h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/16$446

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated July 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$353
(Volaris)

One-way from

$197
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$554
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica 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 July 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Houston that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/20

7:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/23

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$398

LiberiaHouston

LIR - IAH

LIRIAH

Liberia

Thu 9/24

1:20 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/27

9:39 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$446

LiberiaHouston

LIR - IAH

LIRIAH

Liberia

Thu 10/1

1:20 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/5

9:39 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$446

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/15

7:55 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/21

4:58 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$458

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/2

7:55 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/6

4:58 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$458

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

1:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/28

7:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$462

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

1:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/29

6:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$462

LiberiaHouston

LIR - HOU

LIRHOU

Liberia

Tue 10/20

2:45 pm-11:11 am

2 stops19h 26m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/27

8:24 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops17h 54m

$465
Quickest round-trip

LiberiaHouston

LIR - HOU

LIRHOU

Liberia

Thu 11/12

2:45 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/15

10:30 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$466

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/13

9:00 am-8:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/20

5:05 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$468

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Houston (average of $356). Flying from Costa Rica to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 CR to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 July 19, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Costa Rica to Houston at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Houston delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Houston flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Houston flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Costa Rica to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to Houston. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday 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 July 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAvianca from Costa Rica to Houston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,526 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to Houston?

    Departing from Costa Rica to Houston will take you 3h 37m. There are 1480 mi between Costa Rica and Houston. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $177. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Costa Rica to Houston for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Costa Rica to Houston?

    The most popular flight routes from Costa Rica to Houston are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston George Bush Intcntl and Liberia - Houston Hobby.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $474 for a flight from Costa Rica to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $255 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $262.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Houston (average of $356). Flying from Costa Rica to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 3 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica 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 July 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$261Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$352Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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