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$78+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SMF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 May 1, 2025.

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$205
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(Mytrip)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$369
From Houston to Sacramento Intl
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:36 amIAH - SMF
1 stop9h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/12:40 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$200
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/67:37 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/116:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Mon 5/1912:01 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/278:05 pmIAH - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/35:10 amSMF - IAH
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/112:30 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1811:55 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 7/26:06 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/96:00 amSMF - IAH
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:45 amIAH - SMF
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 6/106:15 amSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/29$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/76:20 pmHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Wed 6/116:20 amSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:54 pmIAH - SMF
2 stops22h 06mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/297:39 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops19h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$383
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/710:22 amHOU - SMF
2 stops12h 07mDelta
Wed 6/116:59 pmSMF - HOU
2 stops12h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/30$391

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/2

6:36 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/7

10:41 am-11:26 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$205

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop7h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/6

7:37 pm-5:31 am

1 stop7h 54m

$217

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop7h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

1:18 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 00m

$248

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/28

9:57 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

5:10 am-10:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$339

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/29

5:54 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/3

5:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$358

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/11

2:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/18

11:55 pm-8:26 am

1 stop6h 31m

$359

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/20

7:45 am-5:26 pm

2 stops11h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

6:15 am-5:52 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$364

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/7

6:20 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

6:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$371

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/4

5:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop7h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/13

1:09 am-8:31 am

1 stop5h 22m

$381

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/7

10:22 am-8:29 pm

2 stops12h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

6:59 pm-9:15 am

2 stops12h 16m

$391

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 51 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 $420). 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 May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to Sacramento in the morning. 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 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.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
2,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 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 ($205), Frontier ($300), and United Airlines ($339) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Houston to Sacramento for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $78 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 $108 and $170, 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 $386, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $184. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $147.

  • 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 $420). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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