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$144+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento (IND - SMF)

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SMF
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:48 pmIND - SMF
1 stop18h 09mFrontier
Fri 12/2612:52 pmSMF - IND
1 stop28h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:35 pmIND - SMF
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/411:35 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$656
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:35 pmIND - SMF
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:10 amSMF - IND
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$678
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:44 pmIND - SMF
1 stop29h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/62:25 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$723
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:00 pmIND - SMF
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/2412:40 pmSMF - IND
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$732
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2610:50 pmSMF - IND
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$733
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/246:35 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Fri 12/266:47 pmSMF - IND
2 stops12h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/15$749
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:16 pmIND - SMF
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/110:05 amSMF - IND
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$766

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Delta)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$439
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 1/6

6:13 am-2:22 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

6:30 am-10:49 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$290

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

6:13 am-2:05 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-10:21 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$290

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

6:13 am-2:05 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 00m

$290

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

8:52 pm-11:06 am

1 stop17h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

4:41 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop23h 57m

$344

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

5:14 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

7:35 am-10:53 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$347

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 1/20

2:00 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$354

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$361

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/26

9:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$363

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-1:13 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$144

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 2/11

5:10 am-7:43 am

2 stops29h 33m

$172

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento

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 Indianapolis to Sacramento in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Indianapolis-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Sacramento 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 Indianapolis-Sacramento 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento (average of $120). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 IND to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,186 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Indianapolis to Sacramento. 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento?

    A quick flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento can take about 11h 09m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $290. Indianapolis and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 1877 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Indianapolis to Sacramento is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $119 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $213 and $303 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $156 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $166 and $175, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Sacramento 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento (average of $120). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento. 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$303Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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