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$172+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Hobby (HOU)

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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — HOU
May 24 — May 311
Sun 5/24
Sun 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Houston Hobby are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/196:00 am
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 5/268:23 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$375
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/269:10 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Thu 5/289:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/265:30 am
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Thu 5/288:23 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/32:55 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Sat 6/66:20 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 9/1911:15 am
SMF
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Sat 9/268:20 am
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$408
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/165:30 am
SMF
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Sat 5/302:55 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/265:30 am
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Fri 5/298:23 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 6/411:45 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 6/88:23 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/114:05 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Thu 5/149:00 pm
HOU
-
SMF
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/206:00 am
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 5/278:23 pm
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/162:27 pm
SMF
-
HOU
1 stop7h 27m
American Airlines
Sat 5/306:03 am
HOU
-
SMF
1 stop6h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$422

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Hobby (HOU). 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 April 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$375
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$507
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Hobby 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 April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/19

6:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/26

8:25 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 30m

$433

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

11:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

8:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$448

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

10:15 pm-9:32 am

1 stop9h 17m

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/15

5:02 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$464

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

8:55 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 05m

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/15

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$490

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

10:15 pm-9:32 am

1 stop9h 17m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/14

1:06 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$523
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/7

2:50 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/9

7:35 am-9:25 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$526

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

6:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/14

9:00 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$527

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/15

2:50 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/16

11:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$532

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/1

2:50 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 7/6

5:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 45m

$536

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/22

12:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/24

12:00 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$536

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Deals found on 4/22

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Hobby

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 Sacramento to Hobby in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Sacramento-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Houston Hobby Airport 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 Sacramento-Houston Hobby Airport 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 Sacramento to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $346). Flying from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 SMF to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport as you normally would.

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

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated April 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,643 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,636 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston Hobby from Sacramento. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Houston Hobby should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Houston Hobby from 7 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport in 8h 15m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. Sacramento and Houston Hobby Airport are separated by a distance of 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 Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $126, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $126 and $159, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $64. Users have also found prices from $127 and $178 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $194. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $273 on average, our data indicates $403 when flying from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $346). Flying from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Hobby

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Hobby. 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 April 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$159Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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