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$190+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Hobby (HOU)

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — HOU
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston Hobby are usually found in August or February, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Hobby (HOU). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$332
(Delta)

One-way from

$190
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston Hobby
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston Hobby
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston Hobby.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston Hobby.

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Cheapest flights from San José to Hobby
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
vie. 11/147:00 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 27mDelta
lun. 11/176:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/9$332
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/271:40 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
lun. 9/154:20 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mar. 11/43:00 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop17h 42mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/88:23 pmHOU - SJO
1 stop17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$396

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

San José

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 11/14

7:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Houston Hobby

lun. 11/17

6:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$332

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/27

1:40 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

lun. 9/15

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$375

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

3:00 pm-8:42 am

1 stop17h 42m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 11/8

8:23 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop17h 52m

$396

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 8/28

1:35 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$190

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/23

1:40 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$209

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 8/29

7:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop23h 55m

$224

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 7/10

12:16 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops29h 57m

$226

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/18

1:30 pm-3:23 pm

3 stops24h 53m

$458

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Deals found on 6/10

The best insider tips for San José to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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

Leave for SJO with sufficient time to clear security. Self-check kiosks and baggage drop-off are available, but aim to arrive 3 hours before your flight.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
HOU

HOU is conveniently located on the south side of Houston. Expect easy navigation and quick access to the city, especially if using surface streets.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
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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 San José to Hobby

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Houston Hobby Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Hobby. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 SJO to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 76% on airfare.

Rainfall in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Houston, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 San José to Hobby. 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 from for flights from San José to Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from San José to Houston Hobby, you will be flying from 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 0 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day. 4 airlines have flights to Houston Hobby from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Houston Hobby Airport, with prices starting at $332. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $375 and $399, respectively. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport are Delta ($190), Southwest ($209), and American Airlines ($224).

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

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport is generally $412, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby), you can expect to pay $166 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San José, San José Province to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 San José to Hobby

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$150Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$158Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$432Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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