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$90+ 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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — IND
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Indianapolis are usually found in August or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$245
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$90
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$350
From Sacramento Intl to Indianapolis
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/85:24 pmIND - SMF
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:16 pmSMF - IND
1 stop22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/16:23 pmIND - SMF
2 stops44h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:16 pmSMF - IND
1 stop19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:28 pmIND - SMF
2 stops28h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/45:01 pmIND - SMF
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:11 pmSMF - IND
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/45:01 pmIND - SMF
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/142:00 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 10/218:05 amIND - SMF
2 stops10h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/17$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/296:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Sat 11/111:54 amIND - SMF
2 stops12h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/15$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/81:23 pmSMF - IND
2 stops19h 10mDelta
Tue 10/145:52 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/15$334

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Return

Price

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

3:11 pm-4:06 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Indianapolis

Sat 10/4

5:01 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$288

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

5:55 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 00m

Indianapolis

Tue 10/21

8:05 am-3:59 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$304

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Indianapolis

Sat 11/1

11:54 am-9:45 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$334

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

4:39 pm-8:55 am

2 stops13h 16m

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

5:52 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$339

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

5:07 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops22h 52m

Indianapolis

Tue 12/9

7:59 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$341

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/13

11:14 am-12:15 am

2 stops10h 01m

Indianapolis

Wed 11/19

2:08 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$342

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

8:39 pm-6:06 am

1 stop6h 27m

Indianapolis

Tue 12/9

3:25 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$343

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

5:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Indianapolis

Tue 11/11

6:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 25m

$348

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/3

6:30 am-5:51 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$90

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-3:43 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$122

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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 September 12, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Indianapolis at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 70% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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. Monday at noon 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 September 17, 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
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Indianapolis in 12h. 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. Frontier flights start at $152 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $163 one-way.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$313Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$373Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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