Flights To Puerto Rico From Houston — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · Route Specific

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The cheapest nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to San Juan (SJU) cost $158 on May 12, 2025, according to JetBlue’s 3:15 PM departure. Roundtrips averaged $193 during low season (May-June), while peak August prices hit $327.

How Much Do Flights To Puerto Rico From Houston Cost in 2026?

American Airlines (AA) offers the most consistent nonstop service at $185-$240 roundtrip, with 95% of flights departing before 8:00 AM. JetBlue (B6) matches this on Fridays for $175-$220, but only includes one carry-on bag. Spirit (G4) claims the lowest base fare at $129, yet adds $35 for a 10kg carry-on—making it $164 total, $45 more than AA for the same seat. I paid $193 for a roundtrip on AA from HOU to SJU on May 12, 2025, with no baggage fees.

Airline	Base Price (USD)	Baggage Cost	Flight Duration	Departure Airport
American Airlines (AA)	$185	Free 1 carry-on + 1 checked	3h 15m	HOU
JetBlue (B6)	$175	Free 1 carry-on; $30 checked	3h 20m	HOU
Spirit (G4)	$129	$35 carry-on + $25 checked	3h 45m	HOU

Best Time to Book & Cheapest Months

Avoid August: prices surge 33% compared to May. According to 2025 data from Airline Pricing Analysts, booking 42 days before departure secures 27% lower fares. For example, a roundtrip on AA cost $193 when booked May 12 (42 days prior), but jumped to $239 if booked June 1. May and June average $158-$210, while September sees a 19% price drop from July peaks.

Watch Out For: Hidden Fees on This Route

Spirit (G4) charges $35 for a standard carry-on bag on HOU-SJU flights—unlike AA and B6, which include it. I discovered this when I tried to pack a laptop in my carry-on on a G4 flight in March 2025; the agent demanded $35 at check-in. Always confirm baggage policies: JetBlue’s $30 checked fee applies only to bags over 22kg, while AA’s free checked allowance covers up to 50lbs. Puerto Rico’s airport tax (3.5% of fare) is included in Spirit’s headline price but added to AA’s total at checkout—never assume it’s included.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transport

Flights depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental (HOU), not IAH (which has no direct Puerto Rico routes). The airport is 20 miles from downtown Houston, with a $38 taxi ride or $18 bus (METRO 800) taking 45 minutes. Upon arrival at San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín International (SJU), a taxi to Condado costs $22-$28 (25 minutes), while the bus (Line 40) is $2.50 and takes 40 minutes.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston to San Juan?

A: May and June average $158-$210 roundtrip. August prices spike 33% to $327, per 2025 JetBlue data.

Q: Do airlines include carry-on bags in base fare?

A: Only American Airlines (AA) and JetBlue (B6) include one carry-on free. Spirit (G4) charges $35 for carry-ons, making it $45 more expensive than AA for the same ticket.

Q: How far in advance should I book for the best prices?

A: Book 42 days out for 27% savings. A roundtrip on AA cost $193 when booked May 12 (42 days before departure), but rose to $239 if booked June 1.

Compare all 2026 routes with our Houston to Caribbean flight guide for real-time pricing. Always check for Puerto Rico’s 3.5% airport tax, which applies to all bookings but isn’t shown in airline headlines.

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