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 $76 One Way, $182 Round Trip

Prices starting at $182 for return flights and $76 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.

Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$182 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $182 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 12
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$247 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Volaris El Salvador flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $247 found 4 days ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 18
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$319 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Viva flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Houston to San José, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $319 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$362 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Houston to San José, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $362 found 21 hours ago
Mon, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 29
IAH
Houston
SJO
San José
$370 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$370
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Houston to San José, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $370 found 16 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$129 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,335 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$153 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Nice breakfast. A little pricey."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$129 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,350 reviews)
"Very convenient. 3 minutes ride!"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
$112 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"The hotel was picturesque. Has a botanical garden on the property. The premium floor is worth it."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Barceló San José
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$129 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,335 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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
$83 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$94 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,741 reviews)
"Suite was a beautiful size. Insects were a minor issue. Staff were very helpful. Property was clean overall. Airport shuttle. Outdoor pools were amazing to view."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
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, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$153 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Nice breakfast. A little pricey."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
$112 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"The hotel was picturesque. Has a botanical garden on the property. The premium floor is worth it."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$116 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We had to book a room here last minute because of a flight delay. Check in was easy, and the room was comfortable. We would stay again!"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
$50 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$57 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (674 reviews)
"Housekeeping and breakfast prep staff were EXCELLENT and ALWAYS willing to help in any way. I enjoyed 3 days in Alajuela and the hotel was central to everything!"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central, between street 1 and 3, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
"Very reasonably priced and the location was excellent."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2019

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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
$107 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$121 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I just stayed for one day but will return. The room was spacious and clean with AC and comfortable bed. Excellent mountain view! There’s a really nice pool also. There’s a very famous pizza restaurant at the property so perhaps at night could get a bit loud, but it’s low noise so I didn’t mind. The ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

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
Stay at this 3-star 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
$107 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$121 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
"I just stayed for one day but will return. The room was spacious and clean with AC and comfortable bed. Excellent mountain view! There’s a really nice pool also. There’s a very famous pizza restaurant at the property so perhaps at night could get a bit loud, but it’s low noise so I didn’t mind. The ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field, San Antonio del Tejar, San Antonio, Alajuela
$151 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$171 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
"Close to airport, very clean, lovely room, good breakfast, friendly staff."

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

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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