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Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 11:37 am
IAH
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SJO
27h 52m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 1:17 pm
SJO
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IAH
21h 00m1 stop
$302Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:46 am - 12:22 pm
IAH
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SJO
6h 36m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:58 pm
SJO
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IAH
10h 28m1 stop
$303Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
JetBlue Logo
12:24 pm - 12:40 pm
IAH
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LIR
24h 16m2 stops
JetBlue Logo
3:55 pm - 11:39 am
LIR
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IAH
19h 44m1 stop
$475JetBlue
Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 28
JetBlue Logo
12:24 pm - 11:15 am
IAH
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LIR
22h 51m2 stops
JetBlue Logo
3:55 pm - 11:39 am
LIR
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IAH
19h 44m1 stop
$492JetBlue
Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
9:36 am - 1:10 pm
IAH
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LIR
3h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 12:18 pm
LIR
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IAH
3h 43mnonstop
$500United Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 2:00 pm
HOU
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LIR
3h 20mnonstop
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 7:00 pm
LIR
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HOU
3h 35mnonstop
$502Southwest
Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 28
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 7:30 pm
HOU
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SJO
3h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:40 am - 1:25 pm
SJO
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HOU
3h 45mnonstop
$503Southwest
Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 4:08 pm
IAH
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LIR
8h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 12:18 pm
LIR
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IAH
3h 43mnonstop
$505United Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 28
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 12:37 pm
HOU
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LIR
18h 01m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 8:34 am
LIR
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HOU
17h 21m2 stops
$519American Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 28
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 2:20 pm
HOU
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LIR
19h 44m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 10:46 pm
LIR
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HOU
7h 23m1 stop
$522American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21

Spirit Airlines flights from Houston to Costa Rica

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Spirit Airlines
Jan 17
IAH5:46 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 36m
1 stop
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 24
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 28m
1 stop
IAH11:58 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$303
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 10
IAH5:46 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 36m
1 stop
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 18
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 28m
1 stop
IAH11:58 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$305
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 17
IAH5:46 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 36m
1 stop
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 25
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 28m
1 stop
IAH11:58 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$306
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Southwest flights from Houston to Costa Rica

Our best Southwest deals on Houston to Costa Rica flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 25
HOU10:40 amHouston Hobby
3h 20m
LIR2:00 pmLiberia
Jan 28
LIR3:25 pmLiberia
3h 35m
HOU7:00 pmHouston Hobby
$502
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Southwest
Feb 1
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
$503
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Southwest
Jan 18
HOU6:05 amHouston Hobby
6h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 27
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 45m
HOU1:25 pmHouston Hobby
$508
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 29, 2025.
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Return

Price

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/10

7:45 am-11:37 am

2 stops27h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

4:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$302

HoustonSan José

IAH - SJO

IAHSJO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

5:46 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

1:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$303

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

12:24 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Liberia

Wed 1/28

3:55 pm-11:39 am

1 stop19h 44m

$475

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/23

12:24 pm-11:15 am

2 stops22h 51m

Liberia

Sun 2/1

3:55 pm-11:39 am

1 stop19h 44m

$492

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/23

9:36 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Liberia

Fri 2/27

8:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$500

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

10:40 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Liberia

Wed 1/28

3:25 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$502

HoustonSan José

HOU - SJO

HOUSJO

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/1

4:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

9:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$503

HoustonLiberia

IAH - LIR

IAHLIR

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

7:13 am-4:08 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Liberia

Wed 1/28

8:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$505

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

6:36 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops18h 01m

Liberia

Wed 1/28

3:13 pm-8:34 am

2 stops17h 21m

$519

HoustonLiberia

HOU - LIR

HOULIR

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

6:36 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Liberia

Wed 1/21

3:23 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$522

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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, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Houston. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $505. 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 $563. 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 $686. 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?

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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 $521 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 3 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 28m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

40 airports
The fastest flight from Houston to Costa Rica takes 3h 28m
Direct flights go from Houston to Costa Rica every day.
There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Houston there are direct flights to 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.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Costa Rica

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Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $181Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,223 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $335Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,488 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $378Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,252 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $406Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,066 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $450Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,119 reviews
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