Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Houston: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston.
San Jose (the location of Juan Santamaria International Airport) and Houston share the same timezone — UTC-6.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:30. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from SJO to IAH is with United Airlines at 14:20.
Leave enough time to get on your SJO to Houston flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at SJO and travel nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That will be your arrival point when searching for Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston tickets.
United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SJO to Houston, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
SJO is around 14 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SJO:
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston flight is R 2,221. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,195. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SJO to Houston, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SJO to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SJO to Houston can help you lock in the lowest rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 50 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SJO to Houston flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Houston Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Houston in January.
Book a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Houston, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just two of the top attractions to add to your Houston travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
