Travelling from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): What you need to know
Sacramento's main airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Check out your options for departing from here when booking your flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
Houston is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Houston Hobby Airport is located in Houston, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of 5 direct services each week between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). This is the most popular route, with Southwest Airlines offering a 5:40am departure from SMF to HOU.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to HOU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of SMF, you can catch a direct flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Southwest Airlines from SMF to HOU.
Southwest Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 80.51% of its services arriving on schedule.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF land on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your trip? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to HOU flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton have your room at the ready.
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 59%.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HOU instead:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
Houston Hobby Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
At the moment, R 2,642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,290. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sacramento to HOU if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Houston. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Sacramento to HOU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Houston Hobby Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection are highlights which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Austin is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Houston. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Corpus Christi, roughly 290 kilometres southwest of Houston. USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park are among the biggest draws.
