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$111+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Houston

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SJO — HOU
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Houston are usually found in May or October, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Houston (HO1). 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 April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$201
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$111
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$324
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Cheapest flights from San José to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

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Fri 4/2511:35 amSJO - IAH
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/36:17 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$201
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/302:13 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop22h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/33:48 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$224
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:05 amSJO - IAH
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Wed 4/302:05 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop5h 40mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 9/48:50 amSJO - HOU
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Mon 9/85:05 amHOU - SJO
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 8/217:40 amSJO - HOU
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/36:00 amHOU - SJO
1 stop12h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:55 amSJO - IAH
Nonstop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/84:52 pmIAH - SJO
Nonstop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 9/152:20 pmSJO - IAH
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/217:58 amIAH - SJO
1 stop10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 12/272:10 pmSJO - HOU
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Wed 1/71:00 pmHOU - SJO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/17$728

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

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San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/4

12:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/6

8:02 pm-11:33 am

1 stop16h 31m

$204

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

2:13 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop22h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/3

3:48 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$224

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

5:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

2:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$362

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

8:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/8

5:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$389

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

7:40 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$402

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

7:55 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/8

4:52 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$425

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

2:20 pm-8:47 am

2 stops17h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/21

7:58 am-5:30 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$429

San JoséHouston

SJO - HOU

SJOHOU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

1:20 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$953

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

12:28 pm-12:07 am

1 stop10h 39m

$116

San JoséHouston

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

2:13 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$164

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The best insider tips for San José to Houston flights

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

Leave for SJO with sufficient time to clear security. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
IAH

For a quick trip to downtown Houston from IAH, Uber or Lyft are recommended, taking around 25 minutes.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Marisa Garcia

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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Best time to book a flight from San José to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Houston

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San José, San José Province to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Houston 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 75% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston 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 when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San José to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Houston. 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?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston from 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $201, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Volaris El Salvador and Avianca - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $259 and $378, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $111 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris El Salvador from $164 and Avianca from $214 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $180. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $144 on average our data indicates $425 when flying from San José, San José Province to Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Houston 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San José, San José Province to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Houston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Houston. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$150Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$532Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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