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$105+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kansas City (SFO - 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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MCI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Kansas City are usually found in August or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$255
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(FlightHub)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Kansas City flight deals.
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High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1012:22 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop23h 09mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/124:06 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 38mFrontier
Wed 1/12:28 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/1012:22 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/165:30 amMCI - SFO
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - MCI
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Mon 12/166:25 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/20$276
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/96:05 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/109:25 amSFO - MCI
Nonstop3h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/126:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/305:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Sun 1/52:55 pmMCI - SFO
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$416

Find flights from San Francisco to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

11:00 am-2:04 pm

2 stops25h 04m

Kansas City

Sun 1/19

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$255

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 12/25

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Kansas City

Wed 1/1

2:28 pm-12:21 am

1 stop11h 53m

$260

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

12:22 am-11:39 am

1 stop9h 17m

Kansas City

Mon 12/16

5:30 am-12:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$273

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

12:25 am-9:31 am

1 stop7h 06m

Kansas City

Mon 12/16

6:25 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 53m

$276

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

6:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Kansas City

Wed 12/11

7:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$281

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

9:25 am-3:07 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

Kansas City

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$322

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Mon 12/30

5:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Kansas City

Sun 1/5

2:55 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$416

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

9:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$105

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

12:45 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 28m

$132

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sun 1/5

12:17 am-11:46 am

1 stop9h 29m

$144

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Kansas City in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 San Francisco-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 Francisco-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Kansas City

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kansas City is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City (average of $297). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Kansas City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to MCI are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco 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.
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Kansas City (MCI) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from San Francisco to Kansas City, all of which are around 3h 39m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Kansas City flight route?

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Kansas City round-trip from $255. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $260, and American Airlines, from $273. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco 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 $105. Delta flights start at $132 while deals on American Airlines start at $144 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Kansas City are Emirates (96%), United Airlines (95%) and Air New Zealand (95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $730, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $171. The most popular route (San Francisco - Kansas City), is priced around $158.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Kansas City.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City (average of $297). Flying from San Francisco 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kansas City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$224Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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