Kansas City

$66+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Kansas City (SAN - MCI)

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SAN — MCI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Kansas City are usually found in April or August, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$66
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$333
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Kansas City flight deals.
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From San Diego to Kansas City
One-way flight from San Diego to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:14 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/911:40 amMCI - SAN
1 stop24h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$254
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.
Tue 3/2511:35 amSAN - MCI
1 stop10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/12:55 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop9h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$257
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.
Mon 3/36:30 amSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Thu 3/62:16 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop10h 36mDelta
Deal found 2/19$267
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/310:59 amSAN - MCI
2 stops9h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/69:15 amMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$273
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.
Fri 3/146:15 amSAN - MCI
2 stops15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1611:40 amMCI - SAN
1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$295
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/22:45 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/512:40 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$307
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/144:15 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Mon 6/165:35 amMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$329
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:25 amSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 01mFrontier
Fri 6/132:26 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$342

Find flights from San Diego to Kansas City within your budget

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San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 3/7

8:14 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 21m

Kansas City

Sun 3/9

11:40 am-9:49 am

1 stop24h 09m

$254

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Tue 3/25

11:35 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Kansas City

Tue 4/1

2:55 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$257

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Mon 3/3

3:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Kansas City

Fri 3/7

2:16 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$267

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Mon 3/3

10:59 am-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Kansas City

Thu 3/6

9:15 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$273

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 3/14

6:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Kansas City

Sun 3/16

11:40 am-11:34 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$295

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sun 3/2

2:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Kansas City

Wed 3/5

12:40 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$307

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sat 6/14

4:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Kansas City

Mon 6/16

5:35 am-9:15 am

1 stop5h 40m

$329

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Wed 6/11

6:25 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Kansas City

Fri 6/13

2:26 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$342

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Wed 4/2

6:25 am-11:18 am

1 stop26h 53m

$66

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Mon 3/17

8:14 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 21m

$84

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Kansas City in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 San Diego-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Kansas City

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Kansas City

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 San Diego to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from San Diego to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Kansas City?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Kansas City?

    You will need to book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City if you want to fly from San Diego to Kansas City. At least 7 different airlines have flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kansas City (MCI) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Kansas City from the San Diego airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAN to MCI to be around 3h 00m.

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

    Currently priced at $254, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Kansas City and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $257 and $267, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $66. Spirit Airlines flights start at $84 while deals on Delta start at $125 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Kansas City?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Kansas City is $137. On average you can expect to pay $447. The most popular route, (San Diego - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $147.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Kansas City?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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