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$135+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — HOU
May 21 — May 281
Thu 5/21
Thu 5/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston are usually found in September or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 10/112:28 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop9h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 10/156:00 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$278
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 5/222:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop29h 05m
Viva
Thu 5/2811:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 15m
Viva
Deal found 4/21$286
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Fri 5/152:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop29h 05m
Viva
Thu 5/2111:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 15m
Viva
Deal found 4/18$289
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/81:00 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop9h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/175:45 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$290
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/181:21 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop18h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 6/226:00 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$292
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2612:38 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop21h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 5/16:00 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$297
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/12:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop18h 40m
Viva
Sun 6/711:10 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 05m
Viva
Deal found 4/21$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:35 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop22h 30m
Frontier
Sun 6/77:28 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop13h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$303
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/57:00 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1812:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$304
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1712:28 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop9h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 10/246:00 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$305
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/101:00 pm
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop9h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 8/106:00 am
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$307
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 4/202:20 am
SJO
-
IAH
1 stop29h 05m
Viva
Thu 4/2311:05 pm
IAH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 15m
Viva
Deal found 4/17$309

Find flight deals from San José to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$289
(Viva)

One-way from

$135
(Viva)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$411
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 April 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Houston that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/15

2:20 am-8:25 am

1 stop29h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/21

11:05 pm-1:20 am

1 stop27h 15m

$289

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

7:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/19

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$311

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$418

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/4

7:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/4

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$514

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

12:30 am-5:28 am

Nonstop3h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/2

7:28 am-10:11 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$540

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

11:13 am-4:11 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/25

4:55 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$540

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

7:55 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/9

7:57 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$540

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

7:55 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/17

9:38 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$561

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/4

11:13 am-4:11 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/4

4:55 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$561

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

2:00 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/11

7:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$570

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Houston. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Houston, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Houston?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Houston (average of $122). Flying from San José to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 SJO to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 April 21, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Houston?

How often are flights from San José to Houston delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San José and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Houston flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for San José to Houston flights

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Our travel experts
Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 April 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAvianca from San José to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,616 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,514 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,629 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 San José to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Houston?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Houston?

    Airlines like Viva, Southwest, and Delta fly from San José to Houston in about 3h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 20m. The distance between San José and Houston is about 1533 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Houston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $168, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San José to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $301, respectively. These flights start at 61% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Houston one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $104. Avianca flights start at $177 while deals on United Airlines start at $197 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $214. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $278 on average, our data indicates $452 when flying from San José to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Houston that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José to Houston?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Houston (average of $122). Flying from San José to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 San José to Houston

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 April 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$267Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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