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$221+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX to Costa Rica

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJO
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Galveston to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$460
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$221
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$276
From Galveston to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Galveston to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 9/235:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/271:55 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$460
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 10/267:40 pmHOU - SJO
2 stops17h 20mSouthwest
Wed 11/122:15 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/1210:45 amHOU - LIR
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Sat 5/172:35 pmLIR - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/75:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/122:05 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$505
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 4/116:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Mon 4/147:00 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/2$713
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 4/146:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 4/171:02 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/1$1,485
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/204:20 pmHOU - LIR
2 stops38h 46mWestJet
Sun 8/241:25 pmLIR - HOU
2 stops42h 51mWestJet
Deal found 3/31$1,975

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Galveston to Costa Rica 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Galveston to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Galveston

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/23

5:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

1:55 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$460

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/12

10:45 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Liberia

Sat 5/17

2:35 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$497

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/7

5:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Liberia

Mon 5/12

2:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$505

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/1

8:15 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

8:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$514

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/12

6:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/14

7:00 am-5:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$858

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 37m

Liberia

Thu 4/17

1:02 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$1,485

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

4:20 pm-6:06 am

2 stops38h 46m

Liberia

Sun 8/24

1:25 pm-9:16 am

2 stops42h 51m

$1,975

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/4

5:10 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$221

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/5

10:45 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$222

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/29

5:00 am-12:54 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$227

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Galveston to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Galveston to Costa Rica 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 G4L to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Galveston to Costa Rica as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Galveston to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Galveston to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Galveston to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, 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 Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Galveston to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,789 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Galveston to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Galveston to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $221. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Galveston to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Galveston to Costa Rica?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $290. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $158 on average our data indicates $405 when flying from Galveston to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Galveston to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Galveston to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Galveston to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Galveston to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Galveston to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Galveston to Costa Rica 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 Galveston to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Galveston to Costa Rica 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Galveston to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Galveston to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$252Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$526Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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