Houston to Sacramento (HOU–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HOU–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,622 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 3h50-4h39 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Houston
| Metric | HOU→SMF | IAH→SMF | AUS→SMF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 18 | 15 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 4h 8m | 2h 17m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Sacramento.
HOU–SMF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to SMF
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HOU to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to SMF ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 39 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,622 miles (2,610 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).