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$98+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — IND
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Indianapolis are usually found in September or August, 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$184
(Priceline)

One-way from

$98
(Priceline)

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September

Average price

$432
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 July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2512:11 pmSMF - IND
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Mon 7/286:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$184
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/612:20 pmIND - SMF
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$206
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:11 pmSMF - IND
1 stop9h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1712:25 pmIND - SMF
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2912:35 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Tue 8/57:10 amIND - SMF
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$338

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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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SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/25

12:11 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 32m

Indianapolis

Mon 7/28

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

$184

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

6:30 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Indianapolis

Mon 10/6

12:20 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$206

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

12:11 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 32m

Indianapolis

Sun 8/17

12:25 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops12h 09m

$227

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/29

12:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Indianapolis

Tue 8/5

7:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$338

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

12:11 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 32m

$98

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/21

6:30 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$103

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/7

7:26 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops25h 13m

$156

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/16

7:04 am-7:24 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$167

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-9:43 pm

2 stops12h 43m

$172

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

8:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 27, 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 $297). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Hawaiian 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
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($184), Spirit Airlines ($206), and Southwest ($338) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Indianapolis. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis for 58% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $98. Spirit Airlines flights start at $103 while deals on American Airlines start at $167 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 $297). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$313Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$382Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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