$76+ Cheap flights from Houston to San José (SJO)
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Cheapest flights from Houston to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Find flight deals from Houston to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San José (SJO). 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 January 26, 2026.
Round-trip from | $277 (CheapOair) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $76 (Priceline) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $507 |
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HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Mon 3/2
4:05 pm-7:30 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 3/6
2:55 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 4/15
5:50 am-12:10 pm
1 stop7h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/23
1:10 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Tue 4/21
4:40 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/1
9:00 am-11:30 pm
1 stop13h 30m
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 3/4
6:05 am-12:50 pm
1 stop6h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/5
9:45 am-9:40 pm
1 stop11h 55m
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 4/1
6:15 am-12:55 pm
1 stop7h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/15
1:10 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 4/20
7:28 am-10:11 am
Nonstop3h 43m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 4/27
11:13 am-4:11 pm
Nonstop3h 58m
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 3/4
2:34 pm-6:16 pm
Nonstop3h 42m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/9
7:45 am-12:39 pm
Nonstop3h 54m
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 3/20
4:57 pm-7:39 pm
Nonstop3h 42m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/7
1:25 pm-6:23 pm
Nonstop3h 58m
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 3/2
4:57 pm-8:39 pm
Nonstop3h 42m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 3/11
5:30 am-10:24 am
Nonstop3h 54m
HoustonSan José
IAH - SJO
IAHSJO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 3/3
2:34 pm-6:16 pm
Nonstop3h 42m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/5
8:45 am-12:39 pm
Nonstop3h 54m
Best time to book a flight from Houston to San José
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to San José
How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to San José?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to San José. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Houston to San José is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to San José?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San José (average of $168). Flying from Houston to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 HOU to SJO?
Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 January 26, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to San José in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to San José?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to San José. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to San José flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Houston to San José
Explore weekly flight availability from Houston to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 26, 2026.
The most flights from HO1 to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from Houston to San José delayed?
About 25% of weekly flights between Houston and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to San José flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Houston to San José flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.
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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 January 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Houston to San José
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$181 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$343 | Average$412 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$373 | Average$573 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$406 | Average$985 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |