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$74+ 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — HOU
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
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 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 May 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$226
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$74
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$482
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 19, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2612:13 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop20h 10mFrontier
Fri 5/306:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/19$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/117:37 pmSMF - IAH
3 stops20h 34mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/139:05 pmIAH - SMF
2 stops14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/19$231
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3012:13 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/72:45 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 8/257:05 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops27h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/15:59 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop27h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Tue 7/110:30 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Tue 7/157:00 amIAH - SMF
2 stops11h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/18$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/85:55 amSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Tue 7/2211:30 amHOU - SMF
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/18$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 7/2310:56 amSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/302:29 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 7/236:59 pmSMF - HOU
2 stops12h 18mDelta
Wed 7/3012:56 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/19$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/111:04 pmSMF - IAH
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/138:05 pmIAH - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 6/261:09 amSMF - IAH
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/19:03 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$425
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/147:46 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop8h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 6/216:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop10h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/19$454
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 5/222:40 pmSMF - HOU
2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/89:38 amHOU - SMF
2 stops26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$591

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Houston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 19, 2025.
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

Sun 11/9

3:38 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/15

8:08 pm-11:26 am

1 stop17h 18m

$226

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

7:37 pm-6:11 pm

3 stops20h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/13

9:05 pm-9:24 am

2 stops14h 19m

$231

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/30

12:13 pm-10:23 am

1 stop20h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/7

2:45 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$249

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

12:08 pm-12:06 am

2 stops9h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$336

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/1

10:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-4:12 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$386

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

5:55 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/22

11:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$393

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/23

10:56 am-7:53 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/30

2:29 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$403

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/23

6:59 pm-9:17 am

2 stops12h 18m

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/30

12:56 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$408

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

1:04 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/13

8:05 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$409

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/26

1:09 am-9:16 am

1 stop6h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/1

9:03 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$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
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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 May 16, 2025.

Booking 36 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 May 19, 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 May 19, 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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
4,291 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
2,442 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
8,743 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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 1 outbound flight 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 Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at $226. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $231 and $336, respectively. These flights start at 47% 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 $74. Frontier flights start at $102 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $156 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $178. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $208 on average our data indicates $369 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 May 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$101Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$387Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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