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$169+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SMF
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or January, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Tue 4/287:00 am
SMF
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/99:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Mon 4/1312:55 pm
SMF
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/99:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Thu 4/169:25 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 5/168:25 am
HOU
-
SMF
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/1811:00 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Thu 4/302:55 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 4/67:50 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Wed 4/86:10 am
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$391

Find flight deals from Hobby to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 March 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(Southwest)

One-way from

$169
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$509
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/6

7:40 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

2:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$347

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/16

9:25 pm-4:50 am

1 stop5h 25m

$347

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

11:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$347

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/17

8:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/24

8:55 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 05m

$357
Quickest round-trip

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/23

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/30

12:55 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$435

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/1

2:45 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

12:15 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$458

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/8

12:10 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/12

10:30 am-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$459

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

2:40 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

5:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$519
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/8

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$169

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/30

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$169

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby to Sacramento

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 Hobby to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice 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 Hobby 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 Hobby Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby 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 Hobby Airport-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento. 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento (average of $111). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Hobby 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 March 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

The best insider tips for Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights

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Our travel experts
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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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

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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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 March 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,536 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Houston Hobby, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There is 1 flight from Houston Hobby to Sacramento Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    For as low as $347, Southwest can have you in Sacramento from Houston Hobby Airport in 7h 05m. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento is about 1620 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $203 and $364 round-trip. Frontier is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $100 and $103 on American Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento is $249. On average you can expect to pay $425. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $228.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento (average of $111). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Hobby to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$203Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$364Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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