Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Houston – San Jose
Outbound – Nov 8, 2026
direct
3h 44m Return – Nov 17, 2026
direct
3h 52m $685
2 days ago
Houston – San Jose
Outbound – Nov 8, 2026
direct
3h 41m Return – Nov 17, 2026
direct
3h 55m $790
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$400
Average price of a round trip
$545
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
3h39
A flight from Houston to San José takes on average 3h39.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San José is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston to San José
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San José (Costa Rica) from Houston (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $233 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of March, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 32 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is United Airlines. A ticket from the airline United Airlines to San José costs on average $462.
The airlines that offer the most flights are United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Houston to San José
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $400 to $1198
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $545
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Houston, USA
airports :
Ellington Airport (EFD)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston Metro-Ho Airport (QHO)
Sugar Land Regional Airport (SGR)
local time :
Houston is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Houston, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 21°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 27°C.
The city of Houston (HOU) has 5 airport(s): Ellington, William P. Hobby, George Bush Intercontinental, Houston Metro-/Ho and Sugar Land
destination info :
San José, Costa Rica
airports :
San José-Juan-Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
San José-Tobías Bolaños Airport (SYQ)
local time :
San José is in the country Costa Rica, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San José, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 23°C.
The city of San José has 2 airport(s): San José-Juan-Santamaría and San José-Tobías Bolaños
Useful info about San José
What is the least touristic period to go to San José?
If you want to visit San José during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to San José?
In San José, the most popular month is March. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Houston to San José?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 32 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Houston to San José is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Houston and San José?
When you leave, you can leave from William P. Hobby or George Bush Intercontinental, and you will arrive at San José-Juan-Santamaría.
How to reach Houston airport from the city centre?
The airport Ellington is located 26 km, William P. Hobby is located 14 km, George Bush Intercontinental is located 22 km, Houston Metro-/Ho is located 7 km or Sugar Land is located 32 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Houston to San José?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Houston and San José?
In summer, the average temperature is 20°C in San José and 29°C in Houston. The average rainfall in summer is 548 mm in San José and 129 mm in Houston. In summer, it is warmer in Houston and it rains less in Houston. In winter, it is colder in San José and it rains more in Houston.
