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$80+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Kansas City (SMF - 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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MCI
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City are usually found in January or April, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$431
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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. 5/1011:59 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/177:55 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$159
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mié. 3/57:30 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop13h 05mSpirit Airlines
mié. 3/1211:40 amMCI - SMF
1 stop8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/72:20 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop7h 39mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 4/122:04 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/2612:00 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop9h 59mAlaska Airlines
mar. 4/12:55 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop8h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sáb. 5/101:30 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop5h 05mDelta
sáb. 6/76:30 amMCI - SMF
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 2/19$237
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/2610:39 amSMF - MCI
2 stops11h 05mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/13:29 pmMCI - SMF
2 stops10h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 4/84:20 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
vie. 4/111:50 pmMCI - SMF
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$340

Find flights from Sacramento to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 5/10

11:59 pm-8:56 am

1 stop6h 57m

Kansas City

sáb. 5/17

7:55 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 36m

$159

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mié. 3/5

7:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop13h 05m

Kansas City

mié. 3/12

11:40 am-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$181

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

lun. 4/7

2:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Kansas City

sáb. 4/12

2:04 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$197

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mié. 3/26

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Kansas City

mar. 4/1

2:55 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$226

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 5/10

1:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Kansas City

sáb. 6/7

6:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$237

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mié. 3/26

10:39 am-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Kansas City

mar. 4/1

3:29 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$318

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/8

4:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Kansas City

vie. 4/11

1:50 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$340

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mar. 3/25

4:24 pm-12:16 am

1 stop5h 52m

$80

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mié. 5/21

5:30 am-7:13 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$100

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/1

3:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$113

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

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Kansas City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Kansas City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 febrero 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Kansas City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 48% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 febrero 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Kansas City?

    If you wish to fly to Kansas City from Sacramento, then you need to book flights from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City. There is 1 flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Kansas City (MCI) per day to choose from. Flights to Kansas City from Sacramento Intl are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 3h 10m is how long a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Kansas City typically takes.

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

    Flights from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $159, American Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Kansas City and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $181 and $226, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Kansas City for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $345 for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Kansas City) is currently priced at $170.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Sacramento 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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