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$75+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Salinas, CA, CA

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MCI — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Kansas City to Salinas are usually found in August or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Salinas. 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 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/228:35 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Thu 3/278:00 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop21h 35mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$220
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/228:35 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/267:35 amSFO - MCI
2 stops14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$232
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 3/206:14 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Thu 3/276:10 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/19$237
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.
Thu 3/207:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop18h 44mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/267:35 amSFO - MCI
2 stops14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$283
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 3/203:55 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/2512:15 amSFO - MCI
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$343
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.
Thu 3/67:00 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Mon 3/109:05 amSFO - MCI
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$348
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/42:40 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop7h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$351
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/73:36 pmMCI - SFO
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/1310:50 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$368

Find flights from Kansas City to Salinas within your budget

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Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 3/22

8:35 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

8:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$220

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 3/22

8:35 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

7:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 24m

$232

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 3/20

4:08 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop5h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

6:10 am-3:04 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$237

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 3/20

7:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop18h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

7:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 24m

$283

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 3/20

3:55 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

12:15 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 01m

$343

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 3/6

7:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

9:05 am-8:40 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$348

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 5/7

3:36 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

10:50 pm-9:11 am

1 stop8h 21m

$368

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 3/8

8:35 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 08m

$75

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 4/1

2:55 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$118

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 3/17

6:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$119

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to Salinas

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 Kansas City to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 MCI to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas. 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.

When flying from Kansas City to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Salinas. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to S9N are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Kansas City to Salinas. 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
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Salinas from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 3 flights from Kansas City to Salinas per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    The Kansas City to Salinas flight path was viewed by 34 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Salinas for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (78%), SkyWest Airlines (71%), Air New Zealand( 70%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to Salinas is generally $1,023, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $216. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $194 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Kansas City to Salinas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Salinas. 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
FrontierCheapest$99Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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