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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis (SMF-IND)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
Frontier Logo
12:06 pm - 8:04 pmSMF-IND
28h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:54 pm - 11:21 amIND-SMF
17h 27m1 stop
$184Frontier
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
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6:30 am - 7:28 pmSMF-IND
9h 58m1 stop
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5:01 pm - 11:21 amIND-SMF
21h 20m1 stop
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
Frontier Logo
3:40 pm - 6:44 pmSMF-IND
24h 04m2 stops
Frontier Logo
8:54 pm - 11:21 amIND-SMF
17h 27m1 stop
$197Frontier
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:28 pmSMF-IND
9h 58m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 9:41 pmIND-SMF
7h 58m1 stop
$199Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 29
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 7:28 pmSMF-IND
6h 55m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 8:38 amIND-SMF
23h 50m1 stop
$215Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
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12:06 pm - 8:04 pmSMF-IND
28h 58m1 stop
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11:48 am - 8:38 amIND-SMF
23h 50m1 stop
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 29
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 7:28 pmSMF-IND
6h 55m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 8:38 amIND-SMF
23h 50m1 stop
$225Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 7:28 pmSMF-IND
6h 55m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:33 pm - 8:38 amIND-SMF
15h 05m1 stop
$228Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 11:57 pmSMF-IND
8h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
4:32 pm - 8:28 pmIND-SMF
6h 56m1 stop
$283Delta
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:50 pmSMF-IND
8h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 9:50 pmIND-SMF
8h 29m1 stop
$304American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Indianapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Sacramento to Indianapolis? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Sacramento, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis is August, where tickets cost $347 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $566 and $490 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$91
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis

When to book flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Indianapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown Indianapolis from Indianapolis International Airport (IND)?

    The city center of Indianapolis lies about 13.6 miles from Indianapolis International Airport (IND). The quickest way to get there is via a taxi, which covers the distance in about 18 minutes. Furthermore, suppose you’re visiting on a budget and are keen to save a few coins. In that case, you’ll be glad to know that IndyGo runs a bus from Indianapolis Airport to Maryland St & Missouri St. The bus departs every hour and take about 37 minutes.

  • Which airlines allow pets on board from SMF to IND?

    United Airlines allows passengers to bring their furry friends into the cabin when flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Usually, the pets allowed include household animals such as cats and dogs, and you must restrain them in their kennels to prevent them from disturbing other travelers.

  • Are there car rentals at Indianapolis International Airport?

    With multiple car rental agencies running their desks at IND, you can easily explore the city in a car. For instance, Enterprise has an on-site service, with its counter at the ground transportation center. Consider booking in advance to enjoy special rates.

  • Is there an art program at IND?

    As you wait to be picked up or connect to your next location after landing at IND, you can kill time by exploring the various art installations at the terminal. Stop at the North Terminal Garden to marvel at the large sculpture there.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis was $91 for a one-way ticket and $184 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Indianapolis?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Indianapolis, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $490 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $406 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Indianapolis from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Indianapolis with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and IND can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Indianapolis from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to Indianapolis

  • Several airlines operate various VIP clubs and lounges at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Among them are the American Airlines - Admirals Club and the American Express Centurion Lounge, located in Terminal B. Priority access is for members and those who possess registered cards. You’re sure to enjoy priority clearance at the security desk as part of the fast lane program. Still, any traveler can access these lounges at a reduced cost after paying for a day pass.
  • There are two terminals at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Terminal A is used by major airlines such as Delta Airlines, Air Canada, and American Airlines, and it features 19 gates. On the other hand, Terminal 12 has gates. A regular shuttle runs from one terminal to another every 10min, and you can get it at the ground transportation curbs.
  • SMF caters to the needs of disabled passengers and other travelers with limited mobility. Numerous carriers collaborate with the curbside skycaps to offer wheelchairs to those who need them. In addition, standard amenities, including restrooms at this facility, are wheelchair accessible. Trained agents are on standby to aid you through the security checks.
  • Suppose you have a scheduled early morning departure from SMF to Indianapolis. In that case, consider spending a night in one of the hotels close to this establishment. A property such as Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento-Airport-Natomas is handy and provides courtesy shuttles to and from the airport.
  • Lactating mothers and their little ones passing through SMF to Indianapolis will be happy to know that the establishment provides designated rooms where they can pump and breastfeed in privacy. These suites are equipped with electrical sockets, sinks, and comfortable chairs at your disposal. You can locate them in both terminals adjacent to the gates.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Indianapolis

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Indianapolis. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Indianapolis? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4244 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

10.0 ExcellentJoseph, Aug 2025SFO - BWI
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The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

Flight wasn’t even full, but too many carry-ons caused us to run out of bin space. New bag fee has folks who would usually check their bags carrying on. Watching Southwest morph into Spirit/Frontier is so sad to watch

Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

Not a great experience. We paid for the upgrade for premium economy seats and seated ourselves in very comfortable seats. Someone came along with the same seat on their boarding pass. The aircraft had been changed and as a result we were booted out and sent further back to small uncomfortable seats. After complaining we were moved to emergency row seats, which gave us more leg room but the seats don’t recline. For people in our 70’s we found having to sit upright from California to NJ very uncomfortable. Not sure why they chose to move senior citizens instead of the two people that were allowed to take the more comfortable seats. Not happy.

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

it was so bad. I tried to board my flight from vancouver to saskatoon. And to my surprise they did not board me cause the flight was changed and no email was send to me. and on my boarding pass which i got from seattle says different flight. I did not knew anyone from Vancouver, air canada crew was rude, i asked for today flight but they were rude and i had early morning dental appointment in saskatoon. I was so much in pain and my whole day is wasted today. and i suffered alot. They did provide me hotel but they did not provide me any food. I am really really disappointed first time had so bad experience with air canada. I may think twice to book it again. If i can get any reply or any composition that would be great. Thanks

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

4 hours late, including over +1 hour waiting in plane to take off. Baggage left behind too.

While waiting to claim my checked luggage, I discovered the airline had lost it. After a long wait and inquiries, I discovered it was on another flight. Fortunately, the airline finally sent my luggage home.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

Delayed flight, so I switched fights to SFO to Phoenix , Phoenix to DSM. Excellent service through American Airlines

AA re-routed flight from HNL to LAX due to delay. My group of 3 with reserved seats in row 9 was broken up, with one assigned to a middle seat, another in the last row of the plane. Not happy. No explanation to the delay. No apologies. No compensation. Would have been nice to be offered an Admiral Club admission or a voucher for the extra 3 hours of layover in LAX. Could not hear the boarding gate announcements in LAX. Adjacent gate was boarding at the same time. Loud speakers were competing against each other. Barely made my boarding group.

Almost a 6 hour flight and the only food option is a cheese plate… and chips. Also how is it there are no options for texting on American. I’ll be going back to delta and united.

The chair cushions may need an upgrade. I have been noticing they are so worn out, thin so you’d sit in a dip 😄. Other than that, all was an enjoyable trip. Thanks AA!

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

The flight was delayed be over 3 hours. I tried to get a refund for Vivian Kirby and my session kept being stopped. I was NEVER able to finish the prosses...after 2 hours of attempting.

Unbelievable check in horrible. Asked to print tickets at the gate after a delay

check in at security was a hassle being scanned. Spirit employees were helpful and professional.

The flight and boarding process was smooth. Wifi was unavailable and I prepaid for it. Have requested a refund

Had a issue with catching flight due to airline, was unable to board flight

I liked how cheap it was but both my flights were delayed heavily

It was okay delay was long but I made it

I have never flown Spirit it was much better than anticipated!

Staff was very friendly. They attended to people nicely and reprimanded, in a professional way, to those who wouldn’t listen. AC wasn’t working on the flight waiting to depart in Burbank, so it was uncomfortable for a while since the flight was delayed but then better before take off.

Good on that leg. When I arrived in Detroit I had to wait over an hour for luggage.

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