Houston to Sacramento (IAH–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,607 miles in approximately 4h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, VA | 21 | 739 | 4h07-4h08 | Star Alliance | EK, VA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Houston
| Metric | IAH→SMF | HOU→SMF | AUS→SMF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 8 | 8 |
| Flight time | 4h 8m | 3h 50m | 3h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Sacramento.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–SMF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to SMF
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to SMF is about 4 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,607 miles (2,586 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Austin Bergstrom and Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).