Cheap flights from IAH to SJO (George Bush Intercontinental to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from IAH to SJO starting at $176 One Way, $472 Round Trip

Prices starting at $472 for return flights and $176 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$472 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$472
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 30 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Dec 3, priced at $472 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Feb 23 - Sun, Feb 28
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$491 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 23 from Houston to San José, returning Sun, Feb 28, priced at $491 found 2 days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 20
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$505 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$505
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Viva flight, departing Wed, Nov 11 from Houston to San José, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $505 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$583 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$583
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Nov 11, priced at $583 found 11 hours ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 5
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$655 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$655
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, Nov 29 from Houston to San José, returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $655 found 1 hour ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$114 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,230 reviews)
"Great stay! We were only there a night on our way to Quepos, but it was wonderful!"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$134 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,692 reviews)
"It's good for what it is! Close to airport and dennys for quick bite. And appreciate the shuttle to airport. Just wish our room didn't smell like sewage due to toilet being clogged when we enter room. Would of preferred a room change but once again fine for what it was, bed for the flight for next ..."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$129 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$96 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
$182 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$114 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,230 reviews)
"Great stay! We were only there a night on our way to Quepos, but it was wonderful!"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$134 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Urbanización El Robledal, La Uruca, 01150 San José, Costa Rica San José San Jose
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$79 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,161 reviews)
"It didn’t feel like the staff were very attentive to me as a patron. Usually i wouldn’t mind but as a 5 star hotel I expect the best service."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery San Antonio de Belen Heredia
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$124 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The room was more beautiful than the pictures! The staff were very friendly and helpful and definitely made us feel welcome. We ordered wood-fired pizza from the restaurant for dinner (so good!) and the complimentary breakfast was delicious as well!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
$60 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$68 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
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Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$86 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble San Antonio Alajuela
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
"Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$86 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$81 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
$92 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (715 reviews)
"This place was so good. Our flight got in after hours and so they made sandwiches for us to have upon arrival. A security guard checked us in after hours and gave us our meal and served us at the dining patio. He was very friendly and helpful. The gardens are beautiful. It feels like an oasis in ..."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

IAH to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
IAH Address & GPS
Address:
16930 JFK Boulevard
Houston TX, 77032
United States
IATA Code:
IAH
Longitude:
-95.34
Latitude:
29.983333
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Houston Airport to SJO?
You won't have to concern yourself with switching planes or missing your connection on this route. United Airlines will fly you directly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to SJO.
What is the shortest flight from Houston Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Wander around the cabin, get some shut-eye and keep hydrated. They're just a few sensible things you should do on your Houston to San José trip. The fastest possible flight time is 9 hours and 6 minutes, so follow these steps if you want to avoid jet lag.
How many hours flight from Houston Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Settle in and get comfy, because the average journey from Houston Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is 9 hours and 10 minutes. Watch a movie or two, get engrossed in a book ... There's plenty of time to relax and unwind.
What airlines have the most flights from Houston Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
One of the leading airlines servicing the Houston to San José route, United Airlines is the start of your next memorable adventure. Choose from 78 flights per month with this carrier.

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