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$71+ Cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento (SMF)

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HOU — SMF
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Sacramento

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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$206
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$42
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$479
From Houston to Sacramento Intl
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/410:02 pmIAH - SMF
2 stops25h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - IAH
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$206
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/109:26 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1412:06 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/156:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Mon 10/612:06 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/169:45 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Thu 9/1812:20 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/268:51 amHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/306:00 amSMF - HOU
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/46:00 amHOU - SMF
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Sat 9/612:16 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/28$350

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

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Price

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

10:02 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops25h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-4:43 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$206

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/10

9:26 pm-8:38 am

1 stop13h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/14

12:06 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$246

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/6

12:06 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$256

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/16

9:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

12:20 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$325

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/26

8:51 am-1:19 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$337

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-4:12 pm

2 stops12h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

12:16 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$350

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/30

9:32 am-3:22 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$71

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/28

6:25 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$116

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/3

11:32 am-11:41 am

1 stop26h 09m

$119

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/21

9:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$159

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The best insider tips for Houston to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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
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 Houston to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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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 July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 24 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 July 31, 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 at noon, 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 Friday afternoons 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Sacramento?

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 July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,239 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Sacramento. 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 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.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($206), Frontier ($256), and Southwest ($325) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Houston to Sacramento for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $42 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 Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $119 and $159, 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 $567, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $337. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $156.

  • 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Houston to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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