HOU's compact terminal allows travelers to arrive closer to departure time, making it ideal for quick, efficient departures.
$157+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 14, 2025.
Round-trip from | $430 (Southwest) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $157 (Delta) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $502 |
Good round-trip deal | $552 or less |
Good one-way deal | $307 or less |
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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 June 14, 2025.
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 June 14, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/126:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Thu 11/207:00 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 9/174:20 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Tue 9/231:40 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 10/215:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/231:53 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$392
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/68:58 amHOU - SJO
1 stop14h 07mBritish Airways
Tue 7/1511:59 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop7h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12![British Airways logo]()
$629
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San José
Route
Depart
Return
Price
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Mon 8/11
4:20 pm-6:55 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 8/19
1:40 pm-6:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$430
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Sun 7/13
8:58 am-10:05 pm
1 stop14h 07m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/17
11:59 pm-9:40 am
1 stop8h 41m
$496
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Sun 7/6
8:58 am-10:05 pm
1 stop14h 07m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 7/15
11:59 pm-8:27 am
1 stop7h 28m
$629
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Tue 7/1
6:00 am-12:00 pm
1 stop7h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 7/11
1:21 pm-10:21 pm
1 stop8h 00m
$1,120
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Mon 8/18
6:00 am-12:10 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$157
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Sun 8/17
4:30 pm-7:05 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$175
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 8/20
10:14 am-8:15 pm
2 stops11h 01m
$180
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 7/16
10:15 am-8:19 pm
3 stops35h 04m
$403
HoustonSan José
HOU - SJO
HOUSJO
Houston Hobby
Wed 7/2
10:00 am-11:43 pm
3 stops38h 43m
$512
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, San José Province?
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 June 9, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 34 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, San José Province?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Houston Hobby 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 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 June 14, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport to San José, San José Province?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to San José. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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.
Rainfall in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).
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 June 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico from Houston to San José. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$169 | Average$274 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$437 | Average$577 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$464 | Average$637 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$470 | Average$642 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$555 | Average$814 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |