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$145+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis (SMF - IND)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — IND
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sun 12/7
Sun 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops11h 53mDelta
Mon 12/84:28 pmIND - SMF
2 stops10h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/6$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:24 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Fri 1/307:05 amIND - SMF
2 stops10h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/5$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops9h 30mDelta
Wed 12/102:08 pmIND - SMF
2 stops12h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/6$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:32 pmSMF - IND
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Sun 12/144:46 pmIND - SMF
2 stops10h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/4$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:15 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Thu 1/16:35 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/6$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:32 pmSMF - IND
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Tue 12/306:35 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/3$368
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:20 amSMF - IND
1 stop6h 59mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/307:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop16h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/135:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/165:49 pmIND - SMF
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$372
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:40 pmSMF - IND
1 stop22h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/87:30 pmIND - SMF
1 stop21h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/6$373

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Indianapolis (IND). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 7, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Delta)

One-way from

$145
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$449
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

6:30 am-9:23 pm

2 stops11h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/8

4:28 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$313

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

6:25 pm-11:30 am

2 stops14h 05m

Indianapolis

Wed 1/14

7:50 am-5:30 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$313

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/7

6:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Indianapolis

Wed 12/10

2:08 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$333

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

6:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Indianapolis

Sun 12/14

7:35 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$345

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/17

6:32 pm-9:52 am

2 stops12h 20m

Indianapolis

Tue 12/30

6:35 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$368

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/25

8:20 am-6:19 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Indianapolis

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-8:03 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$371

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

5:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Indianapolis

Tue 12/16

5:49 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$372

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

4:40 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop22h 44m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/8

7:30 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop21h 14m

$373

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/20

4:17 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/24

11:23 am-3:22 pm

2 stops30h 59m

$381

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

6:25 pm-9:48 am

2 stops12h 23m

$145

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Indianapolis in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Indianapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 39 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis (average of $122). Flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 7, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Indianapolis at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 77% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Indianapolis. Reviews last updated November 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Indianapolis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Indianapolis in 11h 53m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Sacramento and Indianapolis is about 1877 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($145), American Airlines ($275), and Delta ($313) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Indianapolis. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Indianapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis (average of $122). Flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$313Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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