Houston to San José (Alajuela) (HOU–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HOU–SJO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,534 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 7M8, B38M | 3h25-3h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Houston
| Metric | HOU→SJO | IAH→SJO | AUS→SJO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 42 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 28m | 3h 39m | 3h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
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 is about 3 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,534 miles (2,469 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).