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$62+ Cheap flights from California to Kansas City (MCI)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCI
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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$67
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August

Average price

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Cheapest flights from California to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
jue. 4/249:21 pmBUR - MCI
1 stop13h 38mSpirit Airlines
lun. 4/282:04 pmMCI - BUR
1 stop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$135
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sáb. 5/1012:58 pmLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 5/176:45 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
mar. 4/1510:54 amLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines
dom. 4/204:57 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
dom. 4/2012:59 amLAS - MCI
1 stop16h 38mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/282:04 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$179
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jue. 5/810:32 amSMF - MCI
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
vie. 5/97:58 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop15h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
lun. 4/216:00 amLAS - MCI
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
lun. 4/288:40 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop5h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$198
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vie. 4/2510:43 amLAX - MCI
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/274:57 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
jue. 5/12:50 pmSJC - MCI
1 stop20h 09mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/52:04 pmMCI - SJC
1 stop25h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$208
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vie. 5/97:50 pmSNA - MCI
1 stop19h 55mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/127:58 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop20h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
sáb. 5/1011:09 amSMF - MCI
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/178:30 amMCI - SMF
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
lun. 5/124:53 pmBUR - MCI
1 stop5h 27mDelta
mar. 5/135:45 amMCI - BUR
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/27$227
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mar. 8/129:44 amSMF - MCI
1 stop5h 38mDelta
sáb. 8/236:20 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/26$237

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kansas City 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 marzo 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kansas City that are best for you.

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California

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Kansas City

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 5/17

12:58 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Kansas City

mar. 5/20

6:45 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$131

BurbankKansas City

BUR - MCI

BURMCI

Burbank Bob Hope

jue. 4/24

9:21 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop13h 38m

Kansas City

lun. 4/28

2:04 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$135

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

mar. 4/15

10:54 am-4:02 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Kansas City

dom. 4/20

4:57 pm-6:34 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$170

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

jue. 5/8

10:32 am-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Kansas City

vie. 5/9

7:58 pm-9:32 am

1 stop15h 34m

$193

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

vie. 4/25

10:43 am-7:50 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Kansas City

dom. 4/27

4:57 pm-6:34 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$199

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

jue. 5/1

2:50 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop20h 09m

Kansas City

lun. 5/5

2:04 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 51m

$208

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 4/17

12:59 am-7:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

Kansas City

lun. 4/21

2:04 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$209

Santa AnaKansas City

SNA - MCI

SNAMCI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 5/9

7:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Kansas City

lun. 5/12

7:58 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$214

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 5/10

11:09 am-7:05 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Kansas City

sáb. 5/17

8:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$227

BurbankKansas City

BUR - MCI

BURMCI

Burbank Bob Hope

lun. 5/12

4:53 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 27m

Kansas City

mar. 5/13

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 05m

$227

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kansas City

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from California to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CA to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kansas City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kansas City as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Kansas City. 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 marzo 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Kansas City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kansas City ranges from 1.1 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kansas City when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Kansas City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kansas City, 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 78.8 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 Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated marzo 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Kansas City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Kansas City.

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

    Within the past month, 37 users have taken a look at flights from California to Kansas City.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $67. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Kansas City for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from California to Kansas City is Los Angeles - Kansas City. You may also consider San Francisco - Kansas City or Ontario - Kansas City.

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

    Consider Spirit Airlines (93%), Southwest (93%) or Delta (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Kansas City.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $273, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $86. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Kansas City), is priced around $131.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kansas City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kansas City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kansas City?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from California to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 California to Kansas City

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Kansas City. 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$93Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$274Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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