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$51+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to California

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MCI — LAX
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$51
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
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From Kansas City to California
One-way flight from Kansas City to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/99:07 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/183:01 pmLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:07 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2112:58 pmLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:45 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/176:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/167:58 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2010:41 amSMF - MCI
1 stop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$168
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/158:51 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/192:15 pmLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 5/99:07 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1810:37 amLAX - MCI
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$173
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/157:58 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/206:45 amSNA - MCI
1 stop9h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 5/136:45 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/195:45 amOAK - MCI
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/158:51 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/226:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 4/288:40 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Sat 5/31:38 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop28h 13mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:51 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Mon 5/1210:38 amSAN - MCI
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$198
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/58:51 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Thu 5/812:14 pmSNA - MCI
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/13$200

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to California 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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to California that are best for you.

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Kansas City

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Fri 5/9

9:07 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

3:01 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$147

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Fri 5/16

9:07 pm-11:47 am

1 stop16h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

12:58 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$163

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Fri 5/16

7:58 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop19h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

10:41 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$168

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

8:51 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop26h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/19

2:15 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$172

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Fri 5/9

9:07 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

10:37 am-7:51 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$173

Kansas CitySanta Ana

MCI - SNA

MCISNA

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

7:58 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop20h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/20

6:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$179

Kansas CityOakland

MCI - OAK

MCIOAK

Kansas City

Tue 5/13

6:45 pm-10:56 am

1 stop18h 11m

Oakland

Mon 5/19

5:45 am-7:03 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$183

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Tue 5/13

6:45 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Diego

Tue 5/20

8:48 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$190

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Mon 4/28

8:40 pm-9:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

1:38 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop28h 13m

$191

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

8:51 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 22m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

6:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $246). Flying from Kansas City to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 MCI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to California?

    For a flight from Kansas City to California, you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to California flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $51. Users have also found prices from $88 and $114 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas City to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to California are Air France (94%), WestJet (88%) and Aeromexico (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $75. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $122 on average our data indicates $803 when flying from Kansas City to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kansas City to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to California 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 Kansas City to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $246). Flying from Kansas City to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 7 airlines flying from Kansas City to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to California. 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$162Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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