Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Houston.
Houston is two hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located. Houston follows the UTC-5 timezone.
With 13 flights a week between the two airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from SMF to IAH is with United Airlines at 13:27.
For a relaxed start to your SMF to Houston flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Sacramento International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your trip at SMF and touch down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Houston.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF land at their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Houston flight is 64 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 159 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SMF to Houston.
The best month for finding cheap Sacramento International Airport to Houston tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the centre of Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from SMF to Houston.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Houston has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your SMF to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Houston. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Houston in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book a Sacramento International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Houston, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are top sights which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
