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$128+ 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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SMF
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Priceline)

One-way from

$128
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$366
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/256:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Mon 7/2812:11 pmSMF - IND
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$194
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/134:43 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$203
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:44 pmIND - SMF
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/76:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/288:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Tue 11/410:45 amSMF - IND
2 stops10h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/30$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/66:00 pmIND - SMF
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/139:05 amSMF - IND
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$333
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.
Mon 8/256:00 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 8/2711:30 amSMF - IND
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/138:35 amIND - SMF
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1812:42 pmSMF - IND
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$347

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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 July 1, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/28

12:11 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 32m

$194

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 9/13

4:43 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

6:30 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$203

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

1:37 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

6:30 am-10:16 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$245

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 9/24

8:30 am-2:57 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$333

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

6:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$337

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 9/3

6:55 pm-10:36 am

1 stop18h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

5:00 pm-5:10 am

1 stop9h 10m

$373

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 7/22

5:05 pm-11:06 am

1 stop21h 01m

$128

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 7/18

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

$157

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$166

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Sat 8/2

5:56 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$167

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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 June 27, 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 July 1, 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 July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
4,273 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,539 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $194 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $203 and $333 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $128 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 Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $157 and $166, 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 $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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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