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$75+ 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SMF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 Monday 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$589
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 February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:31 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop23h 04mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/129:37 amSMF - IAH
2 stops24h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$152
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/15:45 amIAH - SMF
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/81:18 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$157
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:01 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop18h 26mFrontier
Tue 3/43:34 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/13:43 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop22h 44mFrontier
Tue 3/43:34 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/107:15 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 3/125:30 amSMF - HOU
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/266:10 amIAH - SMF
2 stops12h 08mDelta
Mon 4/286:35 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops13h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/19$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/305:00 amIAH - SMF
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/21:27 pmSMF - IAH
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$438
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/125:54 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop17h 03mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/157:00 amSMF - IAH
2 stops14h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 4/218:16 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2711:59 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/226:00 amIAH - SMF
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/2912:59 pmSMF - IAH
2 stops7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/410:25 amHOU - SMF
2 stops12h 38mDelta
Wed 3/55:24 pmSMF - HOU
2 stops14h 06mDelta
Deal found 2/19$698

Find flights from Houston to Sacramento within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

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Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/5

9:31 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop23h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

9:37 am-11:48 am

2 stops24h 11m

$152

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/1

5:45 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

1:18 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 00m

$157

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/3

10:36 am-12:27 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/4

3:34 pm-9:36 am

1 stop16h 02m

$200

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/2

1:07 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 11m

$255

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/10

7:15 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

5:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$403

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/26

4:20 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/28

6:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops13h 30m

$403

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/30

5:00 am-9:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/2

1:27 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$438

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/21

6:31 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/27

11:59 pm-8:44 am

1 stop6h 45m

$447

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/22

6:00 am-12:14 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/29

12:59 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops7h 08m

$463

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/6

5:54 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/9

6:20 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop20h 34m

$487

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

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

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 February 14, 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 $449). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 ($152), Frontier ($200), and Southwest ($403) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Houston to Sacramento for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $75 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $76 and $177, 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 $408, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $216. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $129.

  • 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 $449). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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