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$72+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — IND
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Mon 1/27
Mon 2/3
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Indianapolis are usually found in September or August, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 January 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$72
(Trip.com)

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Average price

$492
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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 January 22, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/612:41 pmSMF - IND
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Sun 2/98:45 pmIND - SMF
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 3/14:20 pmSMF - IND
2 stops16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/57:23 pmIND - SMF
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/217:42 amSMF - IND
1 stop11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/2312:55 pmIND - SMF
2 stops20h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/258:34 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/262:44 pmIND - SMF
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$328
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/196:48 amSMF - IND
1 stop7h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/266:27 pmIND - SMF
1 stop17h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/251:25 pmSMF - IND
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Wed 2/262:00 pmIND - SMF
2 stops11h 37mDelta
Deal found 1/22$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/41:00 pmSMF - IND
2 stops7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/76:20 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 5/2710:55 amSMF - IND
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Tue 6/1010:45 amIND - SMF
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$428

Find flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis 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 January 22, 2025.

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SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/6

12:41 pm-11:49 am

1 stop20h 08m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/9

8:45 pm-11:18 am

1 stop17h 33m

$160

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/1

4:20 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/5

7:23 pm-8:37 am

1 stop16h 14m

$176

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/21

7:42 am-9:51 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/23

12:55 pm-6:47 am

2 stops20h 52m

$257

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

8:34 pm-6:40 am

1 stop7h 06m

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

2:44 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$328

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/19

6:48 am-5:27 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

6:27 pm-9:15 am

1 stop17h 48m

$332

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

1:25 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

2:00 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$338

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/4

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops7h 59m

Indianapolis

Fri 3/7

6:20 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$372

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

10:55 am-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Indianapolis

Tue 6/10

10:45 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$428

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/6

12:41 pm-11:49 am

1 stop20h 08m

$72

SacramentoIndianapolis

SMF - IND

SMFIND

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/6

9:00 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops19h 36m

$119

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis

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 Sacramento to Indianapolis in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Sacramento-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-Indianapolis 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 17, 2025.

Booking 20 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 $362). 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 January 22, 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 January 21, 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.

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, 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 28.4 F).

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 January 22, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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 ($160), Spirit Airlines ($176), and United Airlines ($328) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Indianapolis. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis for 65% 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 $72. Spirit Airlines flights start at $119 while deals on American Airlines start at $179 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 $362). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Discover the top 6 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$339Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$352Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$407Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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