$76 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to San José (IAH-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $76 for one-way flights and $184 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 24
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$184 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Houston to San José, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $184 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$198 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $198 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 13
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$199 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $199 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 11
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$205 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $205 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 20
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$206 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $206 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 10
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $207 found 1 hour ago
Volaris El Salvador
Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 18
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$221 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris El Salvador flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $221 found 6 hours ago
Viva
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 16
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$310 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Viva flight, departing Mon, May 11 from Houston to San José, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $310 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 22
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$427 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$427
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $427 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 27
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$432 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$432
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 22 from Houston to San José, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $432 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to San José (SJO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $160 - $204 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San José

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $234
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $234

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $76 or cheap return flight from $184 from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The cheapest month to fly from IAH to SJO is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are often when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
You can travel nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest IAH to SJO flight.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
When jetting out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can pick from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights between IAH and SJO tend to be busiest at 9 AM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to SJO?
Fly on a Saturday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:35AM UTC-6, leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You'll be traveling for about 3h 42m, coming in to land at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 1:17PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 1,550 mi from IAH to SJO.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Choose a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San José from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport in San José with direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Compare the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your flight from IAH to SJO shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to SJO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an IAH to SJO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you reserved your IAH to SJO flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Spirit Airlines, United, Viva, Volaris El Salvador, avianca
Roundtrip price
$183
Distance
1556 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 40 mins

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Houston to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to San José

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Houston to San José are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to San José

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to San José: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Houston to San José

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Houston to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $76 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Houston to San José flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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