Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sacramento: what you need to know
Sacramento is three hours behind Indianapolis, where Indianapolis International Airport is located. Sacramento observes the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IND to Sacramento flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Travelling from central Indianapolis to IND takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near IND:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Indianapolis International Airport, data shows 79.86% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sacramento
ج.م. 6,030 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 10,747. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from IND to Sacramento if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Get off your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento and be tucked up in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option just a quick drive from SMF, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and see more of Sacramento and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from IND to Sacramento.
The street address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
After your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is roughly 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 3 hours 20 minutes or so.
Put your feet up at a hotel soon after your IND to Sacramento flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are within easy reach of SCK.
You can find Stockton Airport at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Sacramento in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book an Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IND to Sacramento in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Sacramento
Once you've booked your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sacramento, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sacramento:
Crocker Art Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Sacramento to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Discovery Park.
Explore more of United States
You've done Sacramento, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, head for San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.
