$193+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to San José (SJO)
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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/154:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/291:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 9/18:35 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/221:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$434
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/224:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/11:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15![Southwest logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sun 5/109:57 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop12h 39m
American Airlines
Thu 5/1411:35 pm
SJO
- HOU
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17![American Airlines logo]()
$438
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 4/134:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/171:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 5/45:00 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Fri 5/89:00 am
SJO
- HOU
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 9/16:00 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 9/227:00 am
SJO
- HOU
2 stops15h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16![American Airlines logo]()
$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 5/48:21 pm
HOU
- SJO
1 stop18h 01m
American Airlines
Fri 5/811:35 pm
SJO
- HOU
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17![American Airlines logo]()
$445
Best flights from Hobby to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Hobby to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Hobby to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Fri 5/154:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Tue 5/191:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14![Southwest logo]()
$500
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 8/284:10 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Thu 9/101:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$510
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Fri 4/104:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/171:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14![Southwest logo]()
$528
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Fri 8/144:10 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Fri 8/211:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14![Southwest logo]()
$528
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Sun 5/176:45 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop13h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/231:35 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 7/296:30 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Wed 8/51:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 5/68:50 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops16h 20m
Southwest
Sun 5/179:00 am
SJO
- HOU
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:35 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Southwest
Sun 8/169:00 am
SJO
- HOU
1 stop13h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18![Southwest logo]()
$540
Last-minute flights from Hobby to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from Hobby to San José. Data last updated March 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Hobby to San José. Data last updated March 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 4/134:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/171:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/154:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/291:10 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/154:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/229:00 am
SJO
- HOU
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/224:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/11:40 pm
SJO
- HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15![Southwest logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/2912:42 pm
HOU
- SJO
1 stop9h 54m
American Airlines
Wed 5/611:35 pm
SJO
- HOU
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15![American Airlines logo]()
$438
One-way flights from Hobby to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from Hobby to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Hobby to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 4/134:40 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/145:50 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/277:00 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops18h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18![Southwest logo]()
$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 8/44:10 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/88:50 pm
HOU
- SJO
2 stops16h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17![Southwest logo]()
$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sat 4/258:21 pm
HOU
- SJO
1 stop18h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15![American Airlines logo]()
$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 8/104:10 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 9/156:00 am
HOU
- SJO
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Deal found 3/16![Delta logo]()
$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sat 4/189:57 am
HOU
- SJO
2 stops10h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/19![American Airlines logo]()
$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 9/144:10 pm
HOU
- SJO
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15![Southwest logo]()
$231
Find flight deals from Hobby to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 March 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $425 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $193 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $585 |
Good round-trip deal | $535 or less |
Good one-way deal | $164 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José that are best for you.
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HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Fri 5/15
4:40 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 5/19
1:10 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
$500
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Fri 8/28
4:10 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 9/10
1:40 pm-6:20 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$510
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Fri 4/10
4:40 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 4/17
1:10 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
$528
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Fri 8/14
4:10 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 8/21
1:40 pm-6:20 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$528
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Sun 5/17
6:45 am-7:00 pm
1 stop13h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/23
1:35 pm-6:20 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$540
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 7/29
6:30 am-12:45 pm
1 stop7h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/5
1:40 pm-6:20 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$540
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 5/6
8:50 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops16h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 5/17
9:00 am-11:05 pm
2 stops13h 05m
$540
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 8/12
8:35 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops17h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/16
9:00 am-11:15 pm
1 stop13h 15m
$540
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 4/15
4:40 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
$193
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 4/29
4:40 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
$193
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to San José in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to San José. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, 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 Hobby Airport to San José?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José (average of $195). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 Hobby 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 March 19, 2026.
When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from Houston to San José delayed?
About 24% 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 24% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Houston Hobby Airport to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $194.
What’s the fastest layover option from Houston Hobby Airport to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 35m.
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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 March 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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