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8:35 pm - 10:19 amIAH-SJO
13h 44m1 stop
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1:31 pm - 9:18 amSJO-IAH
19h 47m1 stop
$245Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
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8:35 pm - 10:19 amIAH-SJO
13h 44m1 stop
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3:07 pm - 8:25 amSJO-IAH
17h 18m1 stop
$246Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 13
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3:05 pm - 6:37 pmIAH-LIR
3h 32mnonstop
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2:20 pm - 6:03 pmLIR-IAH
3h 43mnonstop
$408United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Jan 22
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 7:30 pmHOU-SJO
3h 25mnonstop
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9:40 am - 1:25 pmSJO-HOU
3h 45mnonstop
$411Southwest
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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 6
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7:13 am - 4:08 pmIAH-LIR
8h 55m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 6:03 pmLIR-IAH
3h 43mnonstop
$413United Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:20 pmHOU-LIR
8h 20m1 stop
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3:23 pm - 10:46 pmLIR-HOU
7h 23m1 stop
$413American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 6
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6:10 pm - 12:12 pmIAH-LIR
18h 02m2 stops
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3:23 pm - 8:36 amLIR-IAH
17h 13m1 stop
$417American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21
Southwest Logo
8:45 pm - 12:50 pmHOU-SJO
16h 05m2 stops
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9:40 am - 1:25 pmSJO-HOU
3h 45mnonstop
$420Southwest
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Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
2:32 pm - 10:20 pmHOU-SJO
7h 48m1 stop
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2:31 pm - 10:48 pmSJO-HOU
8h 17m1 stop
$424Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
Delta Logo
11:09 am - 10:15 pmHOU-SJO
11h 06m1 stop
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7:00 am - 10:35 pmSJO-HOU
15h 35m1 stop
$490Delta
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Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 9

Spirit Airlines flights from Houston to Costa Rica

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Houston to Costa Rica flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Dec 2
IAH8:35 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
13h 44m
1 stop
SJO10:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 16
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 47m
1 stop
IAH9:18 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 4
IAH8:23 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
15h 19m
1 stop
SJO11:42 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 12
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 26m
1 stop
IAH12:57 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Spirit Airlines
Nov 17
IAH8:03 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
15h 36m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 12
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 26m
1 stop
IAH12:57 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

Southwest flights from Houston to Costa Rica

Our best Southwest deals on Houston to Costa Rica flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 2
HOU4:05 pmHouston Hobby
3h 25m
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 6
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 45m
HOU1:25 pmHouston Hobby
Southwest
Jan 7
HOU8:45 pmHouston Hobby
16h 05m
2 stops
SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 14
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 45m
HOU1:25 pmHouston Hobby
Southwest
Feb 2
HOU4:05 pmHouston Hobby
3h 25m
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 6
SJO1:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 35m
1 stop
HOU10:20 pmHouston Hobby

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HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/2

8:35 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-9:18 am

1 stop19h 47m

$245

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/1

8:35 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

3:07 pm-8:25 am

1 stop17h 18m

$246

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/10

3:05 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Liberia

Thu 1/22

2:20 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$408

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

4:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$411

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

7:13 am-4:08 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Liberia

Fri 2/6

2:20 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$413

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Liberia

Fri 2/6

3:23 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$413

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

6:10 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Liberia

Wed 1/21

3:23 pm-8:36 am

1 stop17h 13m

$417

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

8:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops16h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$420

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/10

2:32 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

2:31 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$424

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

11:09 am-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$490

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Houston is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $392, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Costa Rica during September average around $432.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Houston. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $512. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $753. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Houston to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $591. Flying to Costa Rica in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $662. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Houston to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Liberia for the best Houston - Costa Rica flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $523 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Houston for as low as $389 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Houston to Costa Rica flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

3h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

2 airports
The fastest flight from Houston to Costa Rica takes 3h 15m
Direct flights go from Houston to Costa Rica every day.
There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Costa Rica?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,132 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $335Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,470 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $378Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $439Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $456Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,011 reviews
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