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.
$196+ 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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — HOU
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Hobby
Cheapest flights from San José to HobbyExplore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/1710:20 amHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9![Southwest logo]()
$601
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/2312:34 amSJO - HOU
1 stop11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/29:05 amHOU - SJO
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10![American Airlines logo]()
$627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:16 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop17h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/210:13 amHOU - SJO
1 stop12h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9![American Airlines logo]()
$628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/283:16 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/306:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11![American Airlines logo]()
$633
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/305:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11![Southwest logo]()
$654
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/262:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/38:05 amHOU - SJO
1 stop12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10![Southwest logo]()
$658
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:34 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/112:09 pmHOU - SJO
1 stop10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12![American Airlines logo]()
$663
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:00 amSJO - HOU
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 12/285:00 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11![Southwest logo]()
$664
Find 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 December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $350 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $196 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $527 |
Good round-trip deal | $484 or less |
Good one-way deal | $291 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Hobby 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.
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San José
Fly to
Hobby
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 2/13
7:00 am-10:28 pm
1 stop15h 28m
Houston Hobby
Wed 2/18
5:25 am-1:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$356
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 1/28
2:31 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop8h 02m
Houston Hobby
Mon 2/2
11:09 am-10:15 pm
1 stop11h 06m
$367
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/12
7:00 am-10:28 pm
1 stop15h 28m
Houston Hobby
Wed 2/18
5:25 am-1:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$367
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 2/4
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Houston Hobby
Tue 2/10
8:45 pm-12:50 pm
2 stops16h 05m
$394
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/5
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Houston Hobby
Tue 2/10
6:05 am-12:50 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$412
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/5
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Houston Hobby
Mon 2/9
6:50 pm-12:50 pm
2 stops18h 00m
$416
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/19
1:45 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop8h 35m
Houston Hobby
Tue 3/3
4:05 pm-7:30 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
$417
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 2/13
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Houston Hobby
Wed 2/18
4:05 pm-7:30 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
$420
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 1/30
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$196
San JoséHouston
SJO - HOU
SJOHOU
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/12
9:40 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
$196
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Compare providers for flights from San José to Hobby
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 San José to Hobby in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San José-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Houston Hobby Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José 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 December 5, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Houston Hobby Airport, you should look to book at least 45 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 San José to Houston Hobby Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $148). Flying from San José to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 December 12, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José 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 73% on airfare.
How often are flights from San José to Houston delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between San José and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Houston flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Houston flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.
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
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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Avianca from San José to Houston Hobby Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 4 airlines flying from San José to Hobby
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$159 | Average$245 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$441 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$409 | Average$526 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |