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$74+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to San José (SJO)

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IAH — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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$74
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Average price

$538

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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Sat 9/135:37 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/91:19 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$229
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Tue 9/235:48 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$230
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Sun 9/215:48 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$231
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Mon 10/136:00 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/1612:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$232
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Sat 9/275:37 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$233
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Thu 9/182:54 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$234
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Mon 11/36:00 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/1112:22 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$235
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Mon 10/65:25 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1111:37 amSJO - IAH
2 stops11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$237
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Thu 9/257:31 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/2212:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop9h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$238
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Sat 10/117:30 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1812:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$239
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Mon 10/135:25 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1812:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/146:00 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:35 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$241

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IAH - SJO

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

7:30 pm-10:41 am

1 stop16h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-12:28 am

1 stop10h 53m

$232

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/10

8:10 pm-10:41 am

2 stops15h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/17

12:35 pm-12:28 am

1 stop10h 53m

$258

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/17

5:45 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/22

1:19 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$261

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IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

4:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

8:45 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$401

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/19

9:41 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/28

7:45 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$407

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/26

9:35 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

12:35 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$407

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/2

7:45 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

2:20 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$427

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

7:45 am-10:25 am

Nonstop3h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:45 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$427

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/30

4:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

7:30 am-6:33 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$439

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 11/7

9:05 pm-11:27 am

1 stop14h 22m

$75

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The best insider tips for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José trip
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH Depart tab to ensure a smooth departure from Houston.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
SJO

Expect long immigration lines at SJO during peak times, taking 20 minutes to over an hour.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

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 Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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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Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from George Bush Intcntl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to San José. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 59 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 IAH to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to San José. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Avianca from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    For a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day. 4 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Houston George Bush Intcntl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province in just under 16h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and San José, San José Province is about 1556 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $178 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Avianca and American Airlines, starting at $310 and $464 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $282. While the most popular route (Houston George Bush Intcntl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $181 on average, our data indicates $482 when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 George Bush Intcntl to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$178Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$310Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$464Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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