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$174+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Kansas City (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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MCI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Kansas City are usually found in October or April, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$174
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$428
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Cheapest flights from San José to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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.
Fri 3/1412:50 amSJO - MCI
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/214:21 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop8h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$317
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.
Sat 5/246:35 amSJO - MCI
2 stops27h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/286:10 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop17h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$423
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.
Thu 5/151:50 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:30 amMCI - SJO
2 stops13h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$437
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.
Thu 4/241:20 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Sat 5/35:45 amMCI - SJO
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/19$561
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.
Thu 6/128:45 amSJO - MCI
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Sun 6/155:15 amMCI - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$670
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/212:43 pmSJO - MCI
3 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/225:12 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$722
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/231:12 amSJO - MCI
2 stops21h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/33:59 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops32h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$944

Find flights from San José to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 February 20, 2025.

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San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/14

12:50 am-3:44 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Kansas City

Fri 3/21

4:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$317

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

5:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:10 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 01m

$423

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

1:50 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Kansas City

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-6:36 pm

2 stops13h 06m

$437

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/24

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Kansas City

Sat 5/3

5:45 am-1:28 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$561

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

8:45 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 6/15

5:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$670

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/21

2:43 pm-2:11 pm

3 stops22h 28m

Kansas City

Sat 3/22

5:12 pm-10:25 am

1 stop18h 13m

$722

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

1:12 am-11:59 pm

2 stops21h 47m

Kansas City

Sat 5/3

3:59 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops32h 53m

$944

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

11:55 am-3:01 pm

1 stop26h 06m

$174

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

11:59 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$300

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

7:55 am-10:34 am

2 stops25h 39m

$305

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Kansas City

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 José to Kansas City in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-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 José to Kansas City

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Kansas City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Kansas City?

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

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Kansas City is 33 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 José, San José Province to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from San José, San José Province to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($317), United Airlines ($423), and American Airlines ($437) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Kansas City. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $174. American Airlines flights start at $300 while deals on United Airlines start at $305 one-way.

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Kansas City?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$250Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$322Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$506Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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