Flights from San José (Alajuela) (SJO) to Houston (IAH)

Route intelligence for SJO → IAH: direct flights, stopover options, and timetable coverage in one place.

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Direct flights

2 direct option(s) across 2 airline(s) · 2,505 km route distance.

  • United Airlines · 229 min · 2505 km
  • Air Canada · 229 min · 2505 km

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Stopover options

  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 18m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 18m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 19m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 23m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 23m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 25m · SJO → IAH
  • 1 stop(s) · 5h 25m · SJO → IAH

Timetable coverage

Published flight numbers: AC5274, UA1447, AC4071, UA1099

Flight number: AC 5274

Operating days: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

  • SJO 07:55 → IAH 12:44

Plan this city pair

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Route planning checklist

  • Compare direct duration with one-stop total duration before committing to a fare.
  • Check inbound alternatives on flights to IAH when return timing is important.
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