What percentage of Houston to Sacramento flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 19.2% of flights from Houston to Sacramento were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

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 8 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 7 hours and 18 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2586 kilometers, with stopovers adding considerable time to the journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. While specific frequencies can vary, the consistent availability of deals makes it a favorable route for finding affordable airfare.

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Houston to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Sacramento

Right now, 10% of recent fares for cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento are considered a good price. Fares typically range from $324–$643, with a median of $464. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, which can present an opportunity for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento? The most affordable months to fly are typically April, with a median fare of $303, followed by May at $324, and December, where the median fare is $377. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

A typical journey from Houston to Sacramento covers a distance of 2586 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. While direct flights from Houston to Sacramento are available, most itineraries connect at least once. For connecting flights, the typical journey time is 8h 37m, often involving 2 stopovers.

The typical journey time for flights from Houston to Sacramento, including connections, is 4h 8m. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, with connecting flights having a median duration of 8h 37m. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable flights.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Sacramento

Regular price: $221 - $381

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Sacramento is $221 to $381. The current lowest deal is $197 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 28-Nov 11.

now $197

Low $221

High $381

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Sacramento is May, with a median price of $322. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $643. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $322

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $643

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$510

$387

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$496

$367

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$291

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$481

$336

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$478

$375

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Stockton

Houston (IAH) - Stockton (SCK)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$260

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$469 → $277

41%

2 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 17

$463 → $274

41%

6 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 17

$398 → $214

46%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$430 → $270

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento

Houston - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to Sacramento are below the typical level at $197.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $322.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 8m

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento typically take 4 hours and 8 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on the Houston to Sacramento route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Houston to Sacramento are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a good option for flights from Houston to Sacramento.

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

💸 Flights from ~$207

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is another choice for flights from Houston to Sacramento.

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

💸 Flights from ~$215

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 ~$207

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options, directly accessible via the I-80 corridor.

📍 ~120 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

86% AI deal score

$1,591

$947

Save $644

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to Sacramento is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $548. Booking within 6 days of departure generally sees a significant price increase, with an average price of $1379. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $687, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Houston to Sacramento is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $324. The median price for this route over the same period was $464. Prices can go up to $643 or more, so finding a fare closer to the $324 mark represents a significant saving compared to typical prices.

Historically, April and May have offered some of the most affordable flights from Houston to Sacramento, with median prices of $303 and $324 respectively. December also presented a comparatively lower median price of $377. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for the route, which stands at $464, suggesting these months are favorable for budget-conscious travelers.

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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: $221 - $381

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Sacramento is $221 to $381. The current lowest deal is $197 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 28-Nov 11.

now $197

Low $221

High $381

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Sacramento

May

Cheapest

Flights from $322

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $643

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Sacramento

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$510

$387

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$496

$367

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$291

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$481

$336

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Sacramento

Houston (IAH) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$478

$375

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Stockton

Houston (IAH) - Stockton (SCK)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$260

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$469 → $277

41%

2 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 17

$463 → $274

41%

6 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 17

$398 → $214

46%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$430 → $270

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Sacramento