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$107+ 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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — HOU
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 octubre 30, 2025.

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jue. 12/41:31 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 12/87:25 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$196
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vie. 11/141:30 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/258:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$197
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1812:34 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 25mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/248:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$198
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/2011:24 amSJO - IAH
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
dom. 11/238:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$199
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vie. 11/2111:24 amSJO - IAH
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
lun. 12/18:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/2411:24 amSJO - IAH
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
dom. 1/119:54 amIAH - SJO
1 stop14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$201
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mié. 11/1912:34 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 25mSpirit Airlines
vie. 12/57:25 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$209
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vie. 11/2111:24 amSJO - IAH
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
mar. 12/23:45 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop18h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$213
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mié. 11/1212:34 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 25mSpirit Airlines
mié. 11/268:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$214
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vie. 11/712:34 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 25mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/178:03 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$218
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mar. 11/41:30 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/178:03 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$219
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sáb. 11/2211:24 amSJO - IAH
1 stop12h 43mSpirit Airlines
mar. 12/28:35 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$220

Cheap 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 octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$107
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$390
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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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

1:30 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 11/8

6:57 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 42m

$245

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

12:39 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 1/4

5:54 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$278

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/25

1:31 pm-12:54 am

1 stop11h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 1/4

5:54 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$339

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 12/28

12:39 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 1/3

7:45 pm-11:42 am

1 stop15h 57m

$345

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/15

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

mar. 1/27

6:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$433

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

6:20 am-7:47 pm

1 stop13h 27m

Houston Hobby

dom. 1/4

8:16 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop18h 13m

$439

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

8:45 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 1/4

4:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$467

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/15

2:05 pm-12:12 am

1 stop10h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 1/27

4:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$468

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 12/20

8:07 am-8:25 am

2 stops24h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 12/27

7:45 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$471

LiberiaHouston

LIR - IAH

LIRIAH

Liberia

mar. 12/2

6:40 am-12:41 am

2 stops18h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 12/9

8:37 pm-6:20 am

1 stop33h 43m

$475

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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 $135). Flying from Costa Rica to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 octubre 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Costa Rica to Houston in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Avianca 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
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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 45m. There are 1533 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United 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 $406 for a flight from Costa Rica to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $168.

  • 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 $135). Flying from Costa Rica to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $242). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Houston

Discover the top 4 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$292Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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