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$163+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX to San José (SJO)

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HOU — SJO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Galveston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Galveston to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:16 pmHOU - SJO
1 stop18h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/112:54 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop19h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$666
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Sun 12/282:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$724
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 amHOU - SJO
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/293:16 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$736
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 amHOU - SJO
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2712:34 amSJO - HOU
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$741
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Mon 12/297:00 amSJO - HOU
1 stop16h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/16$746
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Mon 12/292:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$754
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:25 pmHOU - SJO
2 stops16h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/302:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$768
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/232:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$774
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/249:00 amSJO - HOU
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$784
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:44 amHOU - SJO
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/233:16 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$786

Find flight deals from Galveston to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to San José flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$360
(Delta)

One-way from

$163
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$766
From Galveston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Galveston to San José 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Galveston to San José that are best for you.

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HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/15

5:25 am-10:02 pm

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$368

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

4:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$449

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/30

9:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$453

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/31

8:20 am-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$453

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/20

1:06 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$462

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/19

5:25 am-10:02 pm

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$462

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

4:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

1:55 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$499

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops15h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$511

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

5:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$512

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

5:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$512

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Best time to book a flight from Galveston to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Galveston to San José. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Galveston to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to San José (average of $167). Flying from Galveston to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 G4L to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from Galveston to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 1% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Galveston to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Galveston to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Galveston to San José flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Galveston to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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 Galveston to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from Galveston?

    If you book a flight to San José from Galveston, you will be flying to Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There are 0 flights from Galveston to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Galveston to San José can take about 3h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $449. The distance between Galveston and San José is about 1533 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Galveston to San José 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 Avianca from $166 and United Airlines from $220 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $520 for a flight from Galveston to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $237 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $182.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to San José (average of $167). Flying from Galveston to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 Galveston to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Galveston to San José. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$182Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$335Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$453Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$463Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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