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$102+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Houston

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — HOU
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Houston are usually found in September or August, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$102
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$480
From Sacramento Intl to Houston
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:19 amSMF - IAH
1 stop17h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/84:25 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop20h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$249
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/103:44 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop22h 30mFrontier
Thu 7/175:12 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop26h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$296
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:05 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop19h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/238:00 amIAH - SMF
2 stops13h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$308
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2012:15 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/92:44 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/412:10 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Tue 11/119:00 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/52:11 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/118:10 pmIAH - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:25 amSMF - HOU
2 stops9h 15mDelta
Wed 12/31:00 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:00 amSMF - IAH
2 stops10h 14mDelta
Wed 12/311:55 amIAH - SMF
2 stops9h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/10$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:59 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:19 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2512:59 amSMF - IAH
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/46:01 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$425
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/197:46 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop8h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 7/265:50 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$446

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Houston that are best for you.

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SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/3

10:19 am-5:20 am

1 stop17h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/8

4:25 pm-11:06 am

1 stop20h 41m

$249

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/10

3:44 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/17

5:12 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$296

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

7:05 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop19h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-7:11 pm

2 stops13h 11m

$308

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/12

5:30 am-7:10 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 26m

$344

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/4

12:10 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/11

9:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$383

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/5

2:11 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/11

8:10 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$389

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/27

10:25 am-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/3

1:00 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$408

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-6:14 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/3

11:55 am-7:26 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$413

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

11:59 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 27m

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

6:19 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$419

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/25

12:59 am-8:39 am

1 stop5h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/4

6:01 am-10:06 am

1 stop6h 05m

$425

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The best insider tips for Sacramento to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Sacramento to Houston trip
Airports
SMF

For weekday morning flights, especially Mondays, arrive early as security lines can extend into the parking garage.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
IAH

For a quick ride to downtown Houston, consider Uber or Lyft from Terminals A, B, or C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU is easy to navigate with a single terminal, making it convenient for quick arrivals.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
Our travel experts
Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Houston. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 39 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Sacramento to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Houston. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Houston, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Houston. On average, Sacramento Intl has 0 outbound flights to Houston per day from 6 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Houston round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at $249. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $296 and $308, respectively. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Houston one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $102. Frontier flights start at $125 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $152 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $175. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $167 on average our data indicates $373 when flying from Sacramento to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Houston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Sacramento to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Houston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$127Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$389Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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