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$75+ 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 San Francisco 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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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$75
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$435
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to San Francisco
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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 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/204:08 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Wed 3/266:10 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/18$237
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/199:40 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop14h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$296
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 4/35:25 amMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/812:47 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$343
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 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/33:38 pmMCI - SFO
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/99:01 amSFO - MCI
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$387
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 6/125:35 amMCI - SFO
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Tue 6/175:10 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$402

Find flights from Kansas City to San Francisco 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

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-3:56 pm

1 stop10h 56m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$308

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 4/3

5:25 am-11:15 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

12:47 am-9:06 am

1 stop6h 19m

$343

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 4/3

3:38 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

9:01 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$387

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 6/12

5:35 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

5:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$402

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 3/22

8:35 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 08m

$75

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 3/12

11:40 am-8:00 am

2 stops22h 20m

$94

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 4/1

2:55 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$118

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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 Kansas City to San Francisco in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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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 February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to San Francisco is 76 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 $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 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 February 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 16, 2025.

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. 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 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to SFO 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 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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,412 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

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 3 daily flights to San Francisco from 5 different airlines. 3h 58m 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 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 flying from Kansas City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $220, 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 Delta and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $237 and $308, respectively. Frontier is priced at 43% 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 $75. Alaska Airlines flights start at $118 while deals on Delta start at $119 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 (78%), SkyWest Airlines (71%), Air New Zealand (70%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco is generally $1,023, 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 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 $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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$99Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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