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$79+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Houston

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — HOU
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Houston are usually found in August or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Houston (HO1). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$174
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One-way from

$79
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$468
From Sacramento Intl to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/3012:41 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop18h 55mFrontier
Sun 2/26:16 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Deal found 1/19$174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/44:41 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops18h 51mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/123:02 pmIAH - SMF
2 stops17h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:30 amSMF - IAH
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/46:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/3012:41 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Sun 2/25:35 amIAH - SMF
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Deal found 1/19$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:00 amSMF - IAH
1 stop15h 39mDelta
Wed 10/224:00 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop18h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/20$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1110:27 amSMF - IAH
2 stops11h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/256:55 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/1112:25 pmSMF - HOU
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 3/186:30 pmHOU - SMF
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/128:00 amSMF - HOU
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/187:00 amHOU - SMF
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1112:20 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Tue 3/186:00 amHOU - SMF
2 stops12h 14mDelta
Deal found 1/21$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:35 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/2312:00 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop11h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$443

Find flights from Sacramento to Houston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Houston 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 January 21, 2025.

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SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/4

4:41 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops18h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/12

3:02 pm-6:47 am

2 stops17h 45m

$175

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/30

5:30 am-4:37 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 56m

$180

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/18

7:59 pm-11:07 am

1 stop13h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/24

12:07 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops32h 52m

$193

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/20

3:34 pm-9:36 am

1 stop16h 02m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/22

3:43 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop22h 44m

$216

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/11

10:27 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/25

6:55 pm-9:15 am

1 stop16h 20m

$368

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/11

12:25 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/18

6:30 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$383

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/17

10:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/19

11:52 am-9:48 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$398

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/12

8:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/18

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$403

SacramentoHouston

SMF - HOU

SMFHOU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/11

12:20 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-4:14 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$408

SacramentoHouston

SMF - IAH

SMFIAH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/14

11:59 pm-9:21 am

1 stop7h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/20

8:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$447

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Houston

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Houston

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Houston including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Houston. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Houston. 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 Sacramento to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Sacramento to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Houston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to HO1 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Houston, such as Frontier, Southwest and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Houston. On average, Sacramento Intl has 1 outbound flight to 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 Sacramento to Houston round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at $174. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $175 and $368, respectively. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. Spirit Airlines flights start at $84 while deals on Delta start at $157 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $264. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $126 on average our data indicates $469 when flying from Sacramento to Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Houston 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Sacramento to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Sacramento to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Houston. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$322Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$387Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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