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$166+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to San José (SJO)

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SJO
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Kansas City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to San José (SJO). 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 January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Priceline)

One-way from

$166
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$499
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/610:30 amMCI - SJO
2 stops14h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/912:50 amSJO - MCI
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/224:17 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/112:55 pmSJO - MCI
2 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sun 3/23:25 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/512:59 amSJO - MCI
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 6/143:21 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops19h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/25:30 amSJO - MCI
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$538
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 5/1611:10 amMCI - SJO
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Sat 5/241:35 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/35:35 amMCI - SJO
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Mon 4/71:20 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 1/29$606

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Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Thu 3/6

10:30 am-12:50 am

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

12:50 am-3:44 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$291

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sat 2/22

4:17 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop20h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/1

12:55 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops25h 13m

$441

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sun 3/2

3:25 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

12:59 am-9:45 am

1 stop8h 46m

$454

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sat 6/14

3:21 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/2

5:30 am-10:25 am

2 stops27h 55m

$538

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Fri 5/16

11:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$595

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Thu 4/3

5:35 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

1:20 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 41m

$606

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Fri 2/28

12:15 pm-11:24 am

1 stop23h 09m

$166

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops29h 11m

$271

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 6/4

7:01 pm-11:46 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$592

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Deals found on 1/29

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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 José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 José, San José Province 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 José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-San José, San José Province 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 José, San José Province 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 José

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to San José. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to San José, San José Province in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,587 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
9,687 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,587 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to San José, San José Province is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $291 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $454 and $538 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($166), United Airlines ($271), and Alaska Airlines ($592).

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

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

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

    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 José.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to San José. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$255Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$402Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$407Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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