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$77+ Cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento (SMF)

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HOU — SMF
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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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 November 20, 2024.

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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 November 20, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/105:26 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop20h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/171:20 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/85:35 amIAH - SMF
1 stop8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/115:30 amSMF - IAH
1 stop6h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$168
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:01 pmIAH - SMF
1 stop19h 40mFrontier
Sun 12/812:38 pmSMF - IAH
1 stop21h 32mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/1012:00 pmIAH - SMF
2 stops9h 30mDelta
Tue 12/1710:45 amSMF - IAH
2 stops11h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/20$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:15 pmIAH - SMF
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/125:35 amSMF - IAH
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/184:00 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/259:05 amSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/198:17 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/811:11 amSMF - HOU
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/131:14 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Mon 12/1610:30 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/19$468
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/282:08 pmHOU - SMF
3 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/16:59 pmSMF - HOU
2 stops14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$773
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/207:47 pmHOU - SMF
1 stop24h 13mFrontier
Fri 12/277:38 pmSMF - HOU
1 stop20h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$956

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/10

5:26 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/17

1:20 pm-4:50 am

1 stop13h 30m

$165

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/8

5:35 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/11

5:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$168

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/13

6:01 pm-11:41 am

1 stop19h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/15

12:38 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 32m

$177

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/10

12:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/17

10:45 am-11:48 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$353

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/10

9:56 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/12

5:20 am-11:02 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$401

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/16

8:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

6:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$415

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop6h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$424

HoustonSacramento

IAH - SMF

IAHSMF

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/14

7:25 am-9:15 am

1 stop27h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/17

6:48 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$442

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/13

1:14 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/16

10:30 pm-9:26 am

1 stop8h 56m

$468

HoustonSacramento

HOU - SMF

HOUSMF

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/20

7:47 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/27

7:38 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$956

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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.

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 $287). Flying from Houston to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 61% 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. Thursday evenings 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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines 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
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 2 inbound flights 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 ($165), Frontier ($177), and Delta ($353) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Houston to Sacramento for 54% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $77 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 $80 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 $444, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $252. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $150.

  • 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 $287). Flying from Houston to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$410Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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