Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and San José?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $579 to $1,064. The lowest price recently found on this route was $298.

Question 1

How many flights depart from Houston to San José on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Houston and San José is 3 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 60% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 2

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and San José?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $579 to $1,064.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $298.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Houston is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $505. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Houston to San José on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $753. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 5

How often are flights from Houston to San José delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Houston and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $392. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from Houston, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $432.

Question 7

How many flights depart from Houston to San José on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 26 flights take off from Houston and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 8

What cabin class options are available on Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 9

What airlines fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $520 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Houston for as low as $389 on momondo.

Question 11

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Accepted Answer

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Question 12

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Houston to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San José in the evening for as low as $571. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $671.

Question 14

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

What is the cheapest Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Houston - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 5 as of December 2025.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Southwest	PriceFrom $378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,249 reviews	Search Southwest flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest Houston to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San José in the evening for as low as $571. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $671.

What is the cheapest Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

Fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Houston - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

What cabin class options are available on Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What airlines fly to San José?

How often are flights from Houston to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Houston and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to San José flights?

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Houston to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between Houston and San José is 3 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 60% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Houston to San José on average per week?

As of December 2025, 26 flights take off from Houston and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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