International route
Cheap flights from Houston to San Jose
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). 1,557 miles, 3h 30m nonstop.
IAH to SJO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,557 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 3h 30mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- NK1 airlineSpirit
- Nonstop flights per day
- 1all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- November 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Wednesday20% less than Friday
- Time difference
- 1h behindSan Jose vs Houston
Houston to San Jose
Round trips from $128
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Nov 11.
Cheapest month: November 2026
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Houston to San Jose
1 airline flies nonstop with 1 departures a day combined, plus 10 more with one stop.
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamConnecting via MEX, MTY, GDL · first checked bag from $40
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via SAL · first checked bag from $45
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costConnecting via TPA · first checked bag from $45
- CMCopa AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via PTY · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via ATL · first checked bag from $35
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MCO, ATL · first checked bag from $55
- B6JetBlueConnecting via MCO · first checked bag from $40
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DAL, MCO, BNA · first checked bag from $35
- VBVivaLow-costConnecting via MTY, MEX, GDL, CUN · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via GDL, MEX, CUN · first checked bag from $45
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Orlando (MCO)WNB6F93 airlines
- Mexico City (MEX)AMVBY43 airlines
- Guadalajara (GDL)AMVBY43 airlines
- Atlanta (ATL)DLF92 airlines
- Monterrey (MTY)AMVB2 airlines
Which airport should I use?
Houston has 2 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other departure airports near Houston
Tips for this route
- Only Spirit flies this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through MCO or MEX is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
- November 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $128; September 2026 is the most expensive at $148 and up, a difference of $20 per traveler.
- Departing on a Wednesday averages 20% less than a Friday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
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Search Houston to San JoseHouston to San Jose: common questions
How long is the flight from Houston to San Jose?
A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to San Jose (SJO) takes about 3h 30m gate to gate, covering 1,557 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from IAH to SJO?
Spirit Airlines operates nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to San Jose (SJO), with 1 nonstop departure a day between them. One-stop options connect through MCO, MEX and GDL.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to San Jose?
Over the next six months, November 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from Houston (IAH) to San Jose (SJO), starting at $128 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Wednesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Houston to San Jose flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Houston and San Jose?
San Jose is 1 hour behind Houston. IAH is on America/Chicago time and SJO on America/Costa Rica time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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