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$71+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Sacramento (SMF)

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — SMF
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:01 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop17h 46m
Frontier
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
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IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/91:41 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop28h 34m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:30 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop16h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/18$175
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/61:28 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop28h 56m
Frontier
Wed 5/135:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop24h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:01 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop17h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/135:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop9h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$189
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:30 am
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop6h 13m
Frontier
Tue 5/195:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:30 am
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop11h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:30 am
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop11h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:01 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop17h 46m
Frontier
Mon 5/115:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/279:00 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/35:22 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$197
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:07 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop29h 24m
Frontier
Wed 5/135:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop24h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:05 pm
IAH
-
SMF
2 stops20h 19m
Frontier
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:07 pm
IAH
-
SMF
1 stop29h 24m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:16 pm
SMF
-
IAH
1 stop16h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$207

Find flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(Trip.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$511
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Customize your flight search to find flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento 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 April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/3

6:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/9

5:15 am-11:01 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$417

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/29

4:28 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/4

6:15 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$456
Quickest round-trip

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/22

10:00 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

5:15 am-11:01 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$470

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/5

8:35 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/9

8:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$480

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/24

2:43 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/22

6:00 am-5:57 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$514

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/22

8:35 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/29

5:15 am-11:01 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$533

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/11

6:38 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/15

5:15 am-11:01 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$543

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/11

5:22 am-9:25 am

1 stop6h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/14

5:15 am-11:01 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$543

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/17

7:55 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/24

5:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$543

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-4:07 pm

2 stops12h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

5:00 pm-8:44 am

2 stops13h 44m

$547

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento (average of $362). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $599). 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 IAH to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

When flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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The best insider tips for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento flights

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

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 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,American Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,647 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,627 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Booking flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento?

    Departing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento will take you 7h 54m. There are 1606 mi between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Sacramento. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento round-trip from $60. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $178, and American Airlines, from $202. These flights start at 86% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $77 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $86 and American Airlines from $91 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento consider choosing Emirates (87%), Virgin Australia (86%) or United Airlines (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento?

    On average you can expect to pay $448 for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento. The cheapest flight overall is $182 while the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $211.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento (average of $362). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $599). 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 4 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sacramento. 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$178Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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