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$88+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Kansas City (OAK - 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — MCI
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oakland to Kansas City are usually found in June or July, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Kansas City (MCI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$192
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$88
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$595
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/41:49 pmOAK - MCI
2 stops21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/76:45 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop5h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$192
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:30 amOAK - MCI
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/18:30 amMCI - OAK
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$308
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:45 pmOAK - MCI
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/307:00 amMCI - OAK
1 stop7h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$338
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:15 amOAK - MCI
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Sun 6/19:00 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$387
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/175:10 pmOAK - MCI
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Mon 4/216:05 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/25$397

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Kansas City that are best for you.

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OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Sun 5/4

1:49 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 5/7

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$192

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Tue 5/27

5:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Kansas City

Sun 6/1

8:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$308

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Tue 4/29

12:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Kansas City

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$338

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Tue 5/27

6:15 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 6/1

9:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

$387

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Thu 4/17

5:10 pm-12:14 am

1 stop5h 04m

Kansas City

Mon 4/21

6:05 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$397

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Sun 5/4

6:40 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop16h 19m

$88

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Mon 5/26

5:40 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 56m

$153

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Tue 4/29

12:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$169

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$175

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Tue 4/29

6:15 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$179

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

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Kansas City?

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

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California to Kansas City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to Kansas City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 53% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Oakland to Kansas City. 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
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,795 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,334 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
348 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Oakland 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Kansas City round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $192, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Kansas City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $153 and $169 on Sun Country Air and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Oakland, California to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $458, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Oakland - Kansas City), is priced around $192.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Oakland, 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$343Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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