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$163+ 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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SMF
oct. 17 — oct. 241
ven. 10/17
ven. 10/24
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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 septembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$167
(Frontier)

One-way from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

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September

Average price

$303
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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 septembre 17, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 10/238:51 pmIND - SMF
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
jeu. 10/3012:21 pmSMF - IND
1 stop28h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$167
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2510:29 amIND - SMF
2 stops14h 14mDelta
jeu. 12/46:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops14h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/16$297
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/275:52 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 54mDelta
mar. 11/46:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Deal found 9/16$310
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/266:25 amIND - SMF
2 stops9h 45mDelta
jeu. 12/46:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops14h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/16$318
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.
mer. 10/111:55 amIND - SMF
2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines
dim. 10/53:11 pmSMF - IND
1 stop23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$324
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 11/286:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 12mDelta
jeu. 12/46:30 amSMF - IND
2 stops14h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/16$325
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2510:29 amIND - SMF
2 stops14h 14mDelta
mar. 12/26:32 pmSMF - IND
2 stops13h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/16$332
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2510:29 amIND - SMF
2 stops14h 14mDelta
mer. 12/310:30 pmSMF - IND
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/16$334
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/274:30 pmIND - SMF
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
mer. 10/292:07 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$348

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

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Price

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

mar. 11/25

10:29 am-9:43 pm

2 stops14h 14m

Sacramento Intl

jeu. 12/4

6:30 am-12:12 am

2 stops14h 42m

$297

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

ven. 11/28

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop8h 12m

Sacramento Intl

jeu. 12/4

6:30 am-12:12 am

2 stops14h 42m

$325

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

mar. 11/25

10:29 am-9:43 pm

2 stops14h 14m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 12/3

2:10 pm-9:48 am

2 stops16h 38m

$332

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

jeu. 11/6

7:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 11/12

11:14 am-12:15 am

2 stops10h 01m

$345

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

lun. 10/27

4:40 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 10/29

6:30 am-10:53 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$345

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

lun. 10/27

4:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 10/29

5:30 am-3:29 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$348

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

jeu. 11/6

11:35 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 11/12

2:50 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$348

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

mer. 12/24

5:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 1/6

8:25 am-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$357

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

jeu. 12/11

6:01 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Sacramento Intl

sam. 12/13

5:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$359

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

ven. 10/3

7:44 pm-7:40 am

2 stops14h 56m

$163

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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 September 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, 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 $397). 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 septembre 17, 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.

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 septembre 17, 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
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

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  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

    A quick flight from Indianapolis to Sacramento can take about 14h 14m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $297. 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 $122 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $298 and $303 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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    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 $397). 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 septembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$303Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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