$75 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 $75 for one-way flights and $183 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 7
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $183 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 2
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $184 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 28
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$190 Roundtrip, just found
$190
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Houston to San José, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $190 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$191 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $191 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$193 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $193 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$196 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $196 found 1 hour ago
Volaris El Salvador
Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, Apr 27
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$257 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Volaris El Salvador flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Houston to San José, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $257 found 15 hours ago
United
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$377 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $377 found 18 hours ago
Viva
Thu, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 28
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$384 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$384
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Viva flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Houston to San José, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $384 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 18
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$392 Roundtrip, just found
$392
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $392 just found

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $160 - $239 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Houston (IAH) to San José (SJO)
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
$182
Distance
1556 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 42 mins

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 August. 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 $75 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.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Houston to San José airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) starting at $365. Book your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United and Southwest Airlines flight leaving IAH on August 10 2025 and touching down at SJO. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to SJO?
Snap up a cheap fare by booking your direct flight from IAH to SJO in October. You can find a one-way United flight for $175 leaving on October 15 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and remains unchanged.
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 IAH to SJO?
With prices as low as $175 for a one-way flight from IAH to SJO, United is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on September 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
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.

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