Travelling from Houston to Sacramento: what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Houston to Sacramento. Explore your options for leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
The major entry paths to Sacramento are Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK).
Book a direct Houston to Sacramento flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Sacramento is two hours behind Houston and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
With 13 flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Houston to Sacramento with United Airlines at 09:43. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from IAH to SMF is with United Airlines at 20:35.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Houston to Sacramento flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Sacramento
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Sacramento is 67 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 137 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap Houston to Sacramento flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Set off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Sacramento. From IAH, you can land directly at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
Reserve your Houston to Sacramento plane tickets with United Airlines. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from IAH.
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Sacramento? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can take a nonstop flight from Houston to Sacramento out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Start your travels at HOU and step off the plane at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
Book your direct Houston to Sacramento plane ticket with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of HOU.
You can reach HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to Sacramento? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport are known for their punctuality, with 81% of them touching down as expected.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). Once your flight from Houston to Sacramento has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
The address for Stockton Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Sacramento. August is the most popular month to visit Sacramento. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Houston to Sacramento ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap flights from Houston to Sacramento around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Sacramento, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are must-visits when exploring Sacramento.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.