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$111+ Cheap flights from Houston to San José (SJO)

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HOU — SJO
Jul 12 — Jul 191
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$214
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$111
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$512
From Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to San José
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 July 7, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:16 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 56mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop7h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/5$214
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Wed 8/277:16 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/14:17 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/204:20 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Wed 8/271:40 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/6$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Wed 9/176:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Tue 9/231:35 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/6$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Sun 10/266:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop13h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/123:00 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$496

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IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

7:16 pm-11:12 am

1 stop16h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/22

12:18 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$214

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/27

7:16 pm-11:12 am

1 stop16h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/1

4:17 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$249

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

1:40 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$342

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

1:35 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$486

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

10:14 am-8:15 pm

2 stops11h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

7:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$500

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/24

5:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

$111

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/6

9:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop27h 30m

$120

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/12

2:54 pm-6:44 am

1 stop16h 50m

$144

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$152

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$157

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The best insider tips for Houston to San José flights

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

Check the IAH website for security wait times to ensure a smooth departure experience.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's single terminal makes it easy to navigate, allowing travelers to arrive closer to their flight’s departure time.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
SJO

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

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
Our travel experts
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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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

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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Best time to book a flight from Houston to San José

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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, San José Province?

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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to San José, San José Province. 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 Houston to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Houston 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 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 July 7, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 52% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to San José, San José Province?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Houston to San José, San José Province

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 July 7, 2025.

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

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 July 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to San José. 6 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Houston per day.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $214. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $342 and $486, respectively. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $111. Users have also found prices from $144 and $157 on Volaris El Salvador and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay $470, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $297. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $181.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Houston 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 6 airlines flying from Houston to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 July 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$266Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$463Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$526Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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