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HOU — SJO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Costa Rica (CR0). 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 January 21, 2025.

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Tue 2/256:10 amIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/412:29 pmSJO - IAH
2 stops19h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$247
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Sun 2/238:12 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop16h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/261:46 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$249
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Wed 2/269:36 amIAH - LIR
Nonstop3h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/52:14 pmLIR - IAH
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$386
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Tue 3/45:41 amIAH - LIR
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/112:05 pmLIR - IAH
1 stop17h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$401
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Mon 2/246:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/73:05 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop17h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$401
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Fri 6/135:40 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Sat 6/219:35 amSJO - IAH
1 stop5h 35mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$406
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Sat 5/108:27 pmHOU - SJO
1 stop17h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/1311:30 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$410
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Tue 2/115:10 pmHOU - SJO
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 3/111:55 pmSJO - HOU
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$453
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Tue 4/110:35 amHOU - LIR
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 4/82:05 pmLIR - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$471
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Sun 2/237:05 amIAH - LIR
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Tue 3/43:54 pmLIR - IAH
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/21$485
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Tue 2/186:00 amHOU - LIR
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Tue 3/251:06 pmLIR - HOU
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/20$530
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Thu 6/53:00 pmIAH - LIR
1 stop15h 56mWestJet
Fri 6/137:05 amLIR - IAH
1 stop30h 06mWestJet
Deal found 1/21$634

Find flights from Houston to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 January 21, 2025.

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HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/25

6:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

12:29 pm-8:00 am

2 stops19h 31m

$247

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/23

8:12 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop16h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/26

1:46 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$249

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/26

9:36 am-1:08 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Liberia

Wed 3/5

2:14 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$386

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/4

5:41 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Liberia

Tue 3/11

2:05 pm-8:36 am

1 stop17h 31m

$401

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Liberia

Fri 3/7

3:05 pm-8:33 am

1 stop17h 28m

$401

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/13

5:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/21

9:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$406

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/10

8:27 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop17h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

11:30 pm-9:33 am

1 stop9h 03m

$410

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/11

5:10 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/11

1:55 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$453

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/1

10:35 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

2:05 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$471

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/23

7:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Liberia

Wed 3/5

3:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$485

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines from Houston to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Houston to Costa Rica Travel Guide

Juan Santamaria International Airport sits in Alajuela, which is 12 miles to the west of downtown San Jose. San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica. The airport is a focus city that serves Copa Airlines and a hub for Sansa Airlines. This is the second busiest airport in Central America. It’s been recognized as one of the best airports in Latin America.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 airports serve Houston to Costa Rica flights?

    For a trip to Costa Rica from Houston, you’ll get on your plane at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston and fly to the airport in San Jose, Costa Rica, Juan Santamaria International Airport. While most of these flights will have one stop on the way, you will find a few direct flights down there.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Houston to Costa Rica?

    There aren’t a lot of options for direct flights, but there are a few. Because there are far fewer of these, they tend to cost more than those with stopovers. The flights are offered by United and they run 3h 38m. There are many more airlines to choose from if you’re going to make a stop somewhere.

  • What are the stopover options between Houston to Costa Rica?

    Spirit Airlines has a stop in Fort Lauderdale. Avianca offers a flight that stops in Salvador for most of a day. Delta has stops in Atlanta that range from 52 minutes to 11 hours. American Airlines also has one-stop flights that land in Dallas or Miami. Stopover times range from about an hour to 11h 35m. Copa stops in Panama City in Florida before going on to San Jose. There are many options to choose from with travel times that range from five hours up to almost 18 hours.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Houston to Costa Rica?

    You will need your passport to fly this route. It has to be valid for three months after your arrival. You’ll have to have a return ticket or one for going somewhere else. You will not need a visa if you’re staying for less than 90 days.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. Frontier flights start at $93 while deals on Volaris El Salvador start at $108 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston to Costa Rica?

    When deciding which route to take from Houston to Costa Rica consider Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Houston George Bush Intcntl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Houston Hobby - Liberia as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $219. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $177 on average our data indicates $517 when flying from Houston to Costa Rica.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$214Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$405Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$526Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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