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$73+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to San Francisco (MCI - SFO)

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SFO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Kansas City to San Francisco are usually found in August or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
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$157
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One-way from

$73
(Mytrip)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/189:52 amMCI - SFO
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Tue 12/242:34 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop21h 04mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$157
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.
Sat 12/74:06 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop18h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/102:41 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop20h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$261
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 12/116:25 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Sun 12/156:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 11/20$294
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:25 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/89:55 pmSFO - MCI
2 stops15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$340
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.
Sun 12/225:20 amMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/316:59 pmSFO - MCI
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$352
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 12/245:12 amMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/712:14 pmSFO - MCI
2 stops8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$361
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.
Fri 12/275:50 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Tue 1/71:05 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$416

Find flights from Kansas City to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to San Francisco 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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Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 12/18

9:52 am-12:21 am

1 stop16h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 12/24

2:34 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$157

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sun 1/19

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

8:10 am-2:04 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$255

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 12/11

6:25 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 53m

San Francisco

Sun 12/15

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$294

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 2/5

3:54 pm-6:13 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

9:27 am-3:11 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$322

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 12/6

6:25 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

9:55 pm-3:29 pm

2 stops15h 34m

$340

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 12/24

5:12 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

12:14 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$361

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 12/27

5:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

1:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$416

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 12/16

6:25 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 46m

$73

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 12/17

6:10 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$132

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 12/16

2:27 pm-9:51 am

2 stops21h 24m

$150

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

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to San Francisco

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to San Francisco is 57 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 Kansas City to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to San Francisco. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to San Francisco. 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 MCI to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Delta and Alaska Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Francisco from 5 different airlines. 3h 47m is how long a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    This flight path from Kansas City to San Francisco was viewed by 41 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 flying from Kansas City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $157, Frontier will fly you from Kansas City to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, 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 $255 and $294, respectively. Frontier is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $73. Delta flights start at $132 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $150 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Kansas City to San Francisco on time: Asiana Airlines (95%), Air New Zealand (92%), United Airlines (86%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco is generally $1,220, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $203. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $178 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 Kansas City to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to San Francisco. 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$106Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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