Houston to San José (Alajuela) (HOU–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HOU–SJO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,534 miles in approximately 3h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 7M8, B38M | 3h17-3h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Houston
| Metric | HOU→SJO | IAH→SJO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 43 |
| Flight time | 3h 17m | 3h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
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HOU–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to SJO
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HOU to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to SJO ranges from 3 hours 17 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,534 miles (2,469 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PBI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH).