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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $465-$612
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Mon 11/19Sun 11/25
HOU - SMF • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$291
Typical prices: $445-$607
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HOU - SMF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 4h 10m
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Sacramento (HOU-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Sacramento

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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8:50 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 7:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 35mnonstop
$291Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:50 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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12:15 pm - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 40mnonstop
$291Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:45 pm - 6:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:15 pm - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 40mnonstop
$297Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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8:50 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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10:30 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 25m1 stop San Diego
$301Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:40 am - 12:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:15 pm - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 40mnonstop
$301Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:35 pm - 4:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:00 pm - 5:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 40mnonstop
$301Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:15 am - 11:55 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:10 pm - 7:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 35mnonstop
$301Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:45 pm - 6:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:50 pm - 11:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$306Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:15 am - 10:07 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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12:20 pm - 11:31 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$316Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:15 am - 10:07 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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9:58 am - 11:31 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 33m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento typically range from $465 to $612. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento at $412 round-trip.
•December ($607) and July ($573) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Hobby to Sacramento

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$156
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Hobby to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:35 am and lands at 11:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:20 pm and lands at 7:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 10m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento takes 4h 10m, covering 1,620 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento range from $465 to $612, with an average of $528 over the past 12 months. Anything below $465 counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

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

  • How are flight departures from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $291 to $1,382. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $483 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $734, a difference of $251.

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

  • What airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Sacramento.

  • What is the time difference between Houston Hobby Airport and Sacramento?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $483, about $251 less than Saturday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento trip for May. Fares historically average $412 round-trip in that month - typically $195 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Sacramento?

 
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