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$83+ Cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento (SMF)

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HOU — SMF
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$253
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$421
From Houston to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Houston to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 9/209:08 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop16h 13mFrontier
Mon 9/2912:06 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 9/286:37 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/18:35 amSMF - IAH
1 stop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/166:44 amIAH - SMF
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/196:16 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 9/2711:59 amIAH - SMF
1 stop28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/18:35 amSMF - IAH
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/196:44 amIAH - SMF
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/236:16 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/39:26 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/55:46 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$273
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:10 amIAH - SMF
2 stops30h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/55:46 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:15 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Sun 10/512:06 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/149:00 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Tue 10/2112:50 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$395
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/303:10 pmHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Sat 11/16:40 amSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$405
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/2710:55 amHOU - SMF
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 12/1112:10 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/173:10 pmHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 10/2212:50 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$407

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Sacramento that are best for you.

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HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

5:51 pm-8:38 am

1 stop16h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/5

12:05 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$312

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

7:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$328

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/5

5:55 pm-4:08 pm

1 stop24h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/9

8:16 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 43m

$328

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/14

5:45 pm-8:33 am

1 stop16h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

7:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$331

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/14

5:45 pm-7:32 am

2 stops15h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

7:18 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$335

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/13

5:45 pm-8:33 am

1 stop16h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

7:18 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$342

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/2

9:29 am-9:41 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

3:36 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$343

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/1

5:51 pm-9:38 am

1 stop17h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/4

8:11 am-11:52 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$348

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/7

7:10 pm-11:28 am

1 stop18h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

7:18 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$360

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/20

5:45 pm-8:33 am

1 stop16h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

8:33 am-12:10 am

1 stop13h 37m

$362

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

Check the IAH security wait times online to plan your arrival and avoid delays at the airport.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's compact terminal allows travelers to arrive closer to departure time, making it ideal for quick, efficient travel.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
SMF

For easy access to downtown, take the SacRT Route 142 express bus from SMF, which runs every hour.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
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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 Houston to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Sacramento

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Houston to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 HOU to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 September 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on September 15, 2024.

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

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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Houston. On average, Sacramento Intl has 1 inbound flight from Houston per day from 6 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston to Sacramento in 4h 05m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 1620 mi between Houston and Sacramento. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($114), Spirit Airlines ($151), and Delta ($177) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Houston to Sacramento for 73% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $87 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $93 and $129, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $469, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $185. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $197.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Houston to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$114Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$151Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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