Direct flights from Houston to Sacramento
12 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from IAH to SMF.
Flight time: about 3h37m nonstop
Flying back? Sacramento → Houston · 12 nonstop flights a week
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Houston local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1155 | 9:57a | 3h36m | Mon–Fri |
| United UAL1148 | 8:20p | 3h38m | Daily |
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Other airports near Houston with nonstops to Sacramento
| Airport | Distance | Flights / wk |
|---|---|---|
| HOU — Houston HobbySouthwest | 24 mi | 7 |
| AUS — AustinSouthwest | 140 mi | 7 |
The route
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Nonstop from Houston (IAH) to Sacramento (SMF)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has 12 nonstop flights a week to Sacramento (SMF), operated by United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of IAH and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Houston to Sacramento?
The nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Sacramento (SMF) takes about 3h37m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Sacramento?
Driving from Houston to Sacramento takes about 28h 1m behind the wheel — roughly 1,929 miles, or about 3 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 3h37m.
Is there a nonstop return flight from Sacramento to Houston?
Yes — 12 nonstop flights a week from Sacramento (SMF) back to Houston (IAH) on United, based on recently observed departures.