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$98+ 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 12/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Indianapolis to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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One-way from

$98
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/68:37 amIND - SMF
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/116:36 pmSMF - IND
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$201
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/910:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/187:30 pmSMF - IND
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:08 pmIND - SMF
2 stops11h 27mDelta
Sat 12/287:59 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/20$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/228:13 pmIND - SMF
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2512:25 amSMF - IND
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$441
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/63:40 pmIND - SMF
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/117:35 pmSMF - IND
2 stops11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$526
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/237:00 amIND - SMF
1 stop10h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/46:00 amSMF - IND
1 stop8h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$771
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/305:40 pmIND - SMF
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/12:20 pmSMF - IND
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$876

Find flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 12/6

8:37 am-12:44 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/11

6:36 pm-7:32 am

1 stop9h 56m

$201

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Mon 1/13

10:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

4:41 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$205

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 1/15

6:33 pm-9:17 am

2 stops17h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/23

6:37 am-5:33 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$332

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 2/18

1:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/22

6:25 am-5:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$342

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 1/15

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/23

7:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$353

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Mon 1/13

5:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop8h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

10:23 pm-11:33 am

1 stop10h 10m

$370

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Tue 12/24

2:08 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops11h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/28

7:59 pm-6:45 am

1 stop7h 46m

$412

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Fri 12/20

8:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$98

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Thu 1/23

8:45 pm-11:18 am

1 stop17h 33m

$104

IndianapolisSacramento

IND - SMF

INDSMF

Indianapolis

Wed 12/11

6:45 am-1:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$164

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Indianapolis-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento

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

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 November 15, 2024.

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 60 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 $287). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 November 20, 2024.

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 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Sacramento, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 $201 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Southwest, starting at $332 and $342 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Sacramento for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $98 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 Delta, with prices starting from $104 and $164, 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 $287). Flying from Indianapolis to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$141Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$337Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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