Kansas City

$94+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City (LAX - 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCI
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$94
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$318
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From Los Angeles to Kansas City
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City
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Thu 5/296:00 amLAX - MCI
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/29:07 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$165
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Thu 4/1010:54 amLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/138:35 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$221
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 7/169:30 amLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 19mDelta
Fri 7/253:45 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/24$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 6/2011:59 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/2410:41 amMCI - LAX
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$279
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Wed 4/210:39 amLAX - MCI
1 stop22h 39mFrontier
Sat 4/58:37 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$280
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:00 amLAX - MCI
1 stop7h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/297:00 amMCI - LAX
1 stop7h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$327
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Thu 5/11:56 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop8h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/67:00 amMCI - LAX
1 stop7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$346

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Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Kansas City

Mon 6/2

9:07 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

$165

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

10:54 am-4:02 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Kansas City

Sun 4/27

10:25 am-10:50 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$218

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

9:55 am-3:01 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Kansas City

Fri 5/30

7:05 am-8:43 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$278

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Fri 6/20

11:59 pm-8:51 am

1 stop6h 52m

Kansas City

Mon 6/23

7:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$279

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

10:39 am-11:18 am

1 stop22h 39m

Kansas City

Sat 4/5

8:37 pm-8:34 am

1 stop13h 57m

$280

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Kansas City

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$327

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

1:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Kansas City

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$346

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$94

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

6:15 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$130

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Wed 6/18

6:15 am-7:06 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$131

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Kansas City in March.
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*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Los Angeles-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Kansas City 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 Los Angeles-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Kansas City trip
Airports
LAX

For quicker check-in, know your departure terminal in advance. All terminals are connected airside, allowing access through any terminal with a boarding pass.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
MCI

For a quick exit, Uber and Lyft are the easiest options from MCI, departing from the second curb across from the exit.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 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 Los Angeles to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 50% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 March 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

    If you book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City, you will be flying from Los Angeles to Kansas City. Flights to Kansas City (MCI) from Los Angeles (LAX) take 3h 06m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City per day from 6 airlines.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Kansas City flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Kansas City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($165), Delta ($278), and American Airlines ($279) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Kansas City. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $94 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $130 and Frontier from $131 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Kansas City.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles 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 $134.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Los Angeles 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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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$93Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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