What percentage of Houston to Sacramento flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 6.9% of flights from Houston to Sacramento were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route. Most travelers on this route can expect to have at least one stopover.

How many hours is the flight from Houston to Sacramento?

The typical direct flight from Houston to Sacramento has a median duration of 4 hours and 9 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 7 hours and 18 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 2586 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento come up regularly. This route is classified as having a regular frequency of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with consistent availability. This suggests that opportunities for good deals are not uncommon for this particular route.

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Houston to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

Right now, only 3% of recent fares from Houston to Sacramento are classified as a good price. For cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento, prices typically range from $367–$852, with a median of $526. Current fares are above the typical level for this route, and new deals show up several times a week.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento, the data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $337. Other cost-effective options include December and January, both with median fares of $357.

A typical journey from Houston to Sacramento takes about 4h 9m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical connecting journey is closer to 8h 50m. Only 6.9% of recent fares are for direct flights from Houston to Sacramento; most itineraries connect at least twice.

The distance between Houston and Sacramento is 2586 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a flight that is longer than short-haul but generally shorter than long-haul international travel.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Sacramento

Regular price: $201 - $477

Prices for flights from Houston to Sacramento are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $201 and $477. The current lowest deal is $191 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Dec 15-Jan 11.

now $191

Low $201

High $477

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Sacramento is February, with a median price of $337. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $3237. Prices are generally lower from January to December, including February, September, October, and December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $337

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,237

Jan

Feb

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$284

$315

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Stockton

Houston (IAH) - Stockton (SCK)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$248

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$212

$142

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$224

$143

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$213

$144

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$215

$194

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Sacramento

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

$264 → $216

18%

8 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 30

$279 → $252

10%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$501 → $493

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

$258 → $265

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Houston - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Houston to Sacramento are above the typical level of $526.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $337.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 9m.

The median flight duration for direct flights is 4h 9m, while connecting flights average 8h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 6.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently available.

🎯 Booking tip

Look for deals regularly.

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check often for price drops.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Sacramento, with prices starting from $204.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$204

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport provides flights to Sacramento, with prices starting from $403.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$403

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Houston to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options and often a convenient alternative to SFO.

📍 ~120 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$96

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$1,710

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$1,810

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$1,835

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$1,810

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Houston to Sacramento is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket was around $739. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices climb to $1143, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average price of $1273. Planning your trip within this 28-59 day window generally offers more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Houston to Sacramento is considered a good deal if you find it for $367 or less. The median price for this route was $526, indicating that prices can vary significantly. Prices above $852 typically fall into the more expensive range. Aiming for fares at or below the $367 threshold suggests you've secured a competitive price.

Historically, February, December, and January have offered the cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento. February showed a median price of $337, while December and January both had a median price of $357. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $526 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares may consider planning their trips during these months.

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Houston to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Houston to Sacramento

Regular price: $201 - $477

Prices for flights from Houston to Sacramento are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $201 and $477. The current lowest deal is $191 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Dec 15-Jan 11.

now $191

Low $201

High $477

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

February

Cheapest

Flights from $337

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,237

Jan

Feb

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$284

$315

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Stockton

Houston (IAH) - Stockton (SCK)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$248

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$212

$142

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$224

$143

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$213

$144

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$215

$194

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Sacramento

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

$264 → $216

18%

8 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 30

$279 → $252

10%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$501 → $493

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

$258 → $265

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Houston - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Houston to Sacramento are above the typical level of $526.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $337.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 9m.

The median flight duration for direct flights is 4h 9m, while connecting flights average 8h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 6.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently available.

🎯 Booking tip

Look for deals regularly.

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check often for price drops.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Sacramento, with prices starting from $204.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$204

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport provides flights to Sacramento, with prices starting from $403.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$403

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Houston to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options and often a convenient alternative to SFO.

Sacramento, United States

84% AI deal score

$1,844

$1,233

Save $611

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Cheap Flights from Houston to Sacramento

Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Sacramento

Houston to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Houston to Sacramento

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Sacramento

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Houston - Sacramento route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in February for the best prices.

Direct flights take 4h 9m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Look for deals regularly.

Houston main airports to depart from

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

Best Elite deals to Sacramento

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

When is the best time to book flights from Houston to Sacramento?

How do I know if a Houston to Sacramento flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento?

What percentage of Houston to Sacramento flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Houston to Sacramento?

How often do cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento come up?

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More routes from Houston

Flights to Sacramento from other cities

Houston to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Houston to Sacramento

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Sacramento

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Houston - Sacramento route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in February for the best prices.

Direct flights take 4h 9m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Look for deals regularly.

Houston main airports to depart from

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

Best Elite deals to Sacramento

Nov 09

Nov 06

Nov 18

Nov 17

Nov 18

Nov 17

Nov 06

Nov 04

Nov 03

Nov 06

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Nov 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

When is the best time to book flights from Houston to Sacramento?

How do I know if a Houston to Sacramento flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento?