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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento:

• Earliest: departs at 9:55 am and lands at 2:11 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:40 pm and lands at 12:56 am.

The flight takes about 4h 16m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento takes 4h 16m, covering 1,606 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento range from $279 to $564, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $279 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 77% above the $435 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $178 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $503 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $147, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Payless

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 59% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $663, a difference of $287.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Sacramento.

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 04m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 10h 16m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

Sacramento is 2 hours behind Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sacramento flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

For travelers who want to park for a few hours, the airport has dedicated short-term parking facilities at each terminal. However, the most expensive choices are valet parking, corporate parking, and sure parking. The airport also has a free shuttle that runs regularly between the terminals.

United Airlines is the most frequent airline offering nonstop flights between IAH and SMF routes. However, you can choose from the unlimited number of one-stop option flights such as United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and Spirit Airlines usually with stops at different airports if you want to save some dollars. However, this will generally add at least 5h to your overall flight time.

IAH features multiple designated pet relief areas that passengers traveling with their furry friends can utilize to make them comfortable on their flight to SMF. The facilities are located at Terminals B and C. Also, they are equipped with turf grass, a sink, and disposable waste bags to keep the facilities clean.

There are multiple ways to connect from SMF to Sacramento city center. You can use the airport express shuttle bus which runs regularly every 20-30min between the terminals and takes approximately 35min. Alternatively, you use a taxi or opt for a car rental which will take approximately 24min to cover the same distance.