HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Sacramento

$113+ 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Sacramento Intl are usually found in April or September, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$203
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$113
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$456
From Indianapolis to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Sacramento

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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:10 amIND - SMF
1 stop11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/75:15 pmSMF - IND
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/77:45 amIND - SMF
2 stops28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1412:01 pmSMF - IND
1 stop25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/217:45 amIND - SMF
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Mon 8/251:45 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 9/137:21 amIND - SMF
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1812:42 pmSMF - IND
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$315
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:48 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/185:00 pmSMF - IND
1 stop9h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/306:48 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/52:56 pmSMF - IND
1 stop11h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/157:22 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Mon 8/188:40 pmSMF - IND
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/10$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/226:59 pmIND - SMF
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/291:20 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$389

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 9/5

8:10 am-4:19 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

5:15 pm-6:32 am

1 stop10h 17m

$203

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Mon 7/7

7:45 am-9:24 am

2 stops28h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/14

12:01 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$251

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Thu 8/21

7:45 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/25

1:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$297

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 8/23

6:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop6h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

11:23 am-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$315

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-12:12 pm

2 stops9h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

12:42 pm-12:02 am

1 stop8h 20m

$320

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 8/15

6:48 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/18

5:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 00m

$338

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 7/30

6:48 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/5

2:56 pm-5:00 am

1 stop11h 04m

$342

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 7/22

6:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/29

1:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$389

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sun 6/29

4:10 pm-11:23 am

1 stop22h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/4

12:15 pm-2:26 am

1 stop11h 11m

$416

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 7/8

6:27 am-11:06 am

2 stops31h 39m

$113

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

Showing 1-10 of 16 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 June 9, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 June 12, 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 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • 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 $203 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $297 and $315 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $113 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $190 and $195, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Indianapolis?

Book flights to Indianapolis if you plan to visit one of these locations
Placerville
Yuba City
El Dorado Hills
Oroville
Plymouth
Auburn
Rocklin
Lincoln

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Indianapolis to Sacramento

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
O'Hare Intl to Las Vegas flights
O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles flights
O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights
O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana flights
O'Hare Intl to San Diego flights
O'Hare Intl to Ontario flights
Midway to Las Vegas flights
Cincinnati to Las Vegas flights
O'Hare Intl to Burbank flights
Midway to Los Angeles flights
Indianapolis to Las Vegas flights
Midway to San Francisco flights
O'Hare Intl to Oakland flights
O'Hare Intl to Sacramento flights
O'Hare Intl to San Jose flights
O'Hare Intl to Reno flights
Louisville to Las Vegas flights
Cincinnati to San Francisco flights
Cincinnati to Los Angeles flights
Indianapolis to Los Angeles flights
O'Hare Intl to Palm Springs flights
Indianapolis to San Francisco flights
Midway to San Diego flights
Midway to Ontario flights
Midway to Santa Ana flights
Indianapolis to San Diego flights
Cincinnati to Santa Ana flights
Cincinnati to Ontario flights
Rockford to Las Vegas flights
Indianapolis to Ontario flights
Dayton to Las Vegas flights
Louisville to Los Angeles flights
Indianapolis to Santa Ana flights
Midway to Reno flights
O'Hare Intl to Fresno flights
Midway to Oakland flights
Indianapolis to Burbank flights
Cincinnati to San Diego flights
Cincinnati to Sacramento flights
Dayton to San Francisco flights
Midway to San Jose flights
Dayton to Los Angeles flights
O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara flights
South Bend to Las Vegas flights
Cincinnati to San Jose flights
Fort Wayne to Las Vegas flights
O'Hare Intl to Long Beach flights
Midway to Palm Springs flights
Indianapolis to Oakland flights
Midway to Long Beach flights

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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.