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$169+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Sacramento (SMF)

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HOU — SMF
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$337
(Southwest)

One-way from

$169
(Southwest)

Popular in

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August

Average price

$322
From Houston Hobby to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:45 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Wed 9/2411:50 amSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/19$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 9/309:45 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/712:00 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:45 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/2011:30 amSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/19$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:22 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop10h 34mDelta
Tue 10/1410:30 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 8/19$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:44 amHOU - SMF
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/2310:30 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/19$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 9/109:45 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Mon 9/158:55 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 10/118:35 amHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Tue 10/1412:50 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:33 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:06 amSMF - HOU
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 10/63:10 pmHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 10/812:50 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$371

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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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

9:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

11:50 am-5:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$337

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/30

9:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

12:50 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$337

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/16

2:33 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/23

7:06 am-8:11 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$343

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/30

2:33 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

7:04 am-6:07 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$343

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

2:33 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

7:06 am-8:11 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$343

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/13

12:50 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

12:10 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$354

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/17

9:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/20

11:30 am-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$354

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/8

2:22 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/15

12:07 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$357

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/8

2:22 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

10:30 pm-9:18 am

1 stop8h 48m

$357

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

2:22 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/15

12:07 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$357

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The best insider tips for Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights

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

HOU offers three types of parking: Valet, Garage, and Economy. Valet is convenient, located near the terminal entrance, and not much more expensive than Garage parking.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
SMF

For a quick trip to downtown Sacramento, use SacRT Route 142. It’s an express bus taking about 30 minutes, running hourly from 5:15 am to 10:33 pm.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
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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 Hobby to Sacramento

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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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 62 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 August 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 August 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit 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
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,207 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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 $337, Southwest can have you in Sacramento from Houston Hobby Airport in 3h 55m. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento is about 1620 mi. 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 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 $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $154 and $333 round-trip. Frontier is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento is $177. On average you can expect to pay $388. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $185.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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