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$70+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to California

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MCI — LAX
May 9 — May 161
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/22:51 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 20m
Frontier
Sat 5/96:30 am
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Wed 5/62:34 pm
MCI
-
ONT
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:00 am
ONT
-
MCI
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Mon 5/42:15 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 56m
Frontier
Tue 5/126:30 am
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Tue 5/122:34 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Tue 5/1912:29 am
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop11h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:51 pm
MCI
-
ONT
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Fri 5/112:59 am
ONT
-
MCI
1 stop11h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:53 am
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Fri 5/19:20 pm
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop14h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Wed 6/32:34 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 29m
Frontier
Tue 6/912:59 am
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop10h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Thu 4/302:15 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop11h 21m
Frontier
Thu 5/76:30 am
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 5/62:34 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Fri 5/88:59 pm
LAS
-
MCI
1 stop14h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/92:34 pm
MCI
-
SNA
1 stop20h 35m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:14 pm
SNA
-
MCI
2 stops15h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 5/52:34 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 29m
Frontier
Mon 5/117:00 am
LAS
-
MCI
2 stops28h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$170
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/52:34 pm
MCI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/81:19 pm
LAS
-
MCI
Nonstop2h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$171

Find flight deals from Kansas City to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas City to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$413
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Kansas City-Los Angeles flights.
From Kansas City to California
One-way flight from Kansas City to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to California that are best for you.

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Kansas CityOntario

MCI - ONT

MCIONT

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

2:34 pm-10:05 am

1 stop21h 31m

Ontario

Fri 5/8

10:50 am-1:49 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$186

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Fri 5/29

8:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

San Diego

Mon 6/1

5:55 pm-12:50 am

1 stop4h 55m

$277

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Sat 5/9

2:33 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Diego

Fri 5/15

10:40 pm-10:18 am

1 stop9h 38m

$277

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Tue 6/2

4:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/8

6:00 pm-1:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$283

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Fri 5/1

1:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

4:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 45m

$288

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Tue 6/16

3:49 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/24

5:01 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 17m

$303

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$308

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

12:52 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$311

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Thu 6/4

6:15 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

San Diego

Mon 6/8

6:05 pm-1:40 am

1 stop5h 35m

$319

Kansas CitySan Jose

MCI - SJC

MCISJC

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

2:58 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 37m

San Jose

Wed 5/6

7:30 am-4:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $79). Flying from Kansas City to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 9, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to California. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to California. 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 April 9, 2026.

The most flights from MCI to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Kansas City to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Kansas City to California, you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to California?

    Airlines like Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Kansas City to California in about 5h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 11m. The distance between Kansas City and California is about 1330 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $50. Users have also found prices from $73 and $98 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas City to California?

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to California are China Eastern (93%), WestJet (93%) and Aeromexico (93%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $189. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $174 on average, our data indicates $513 when flying from Kansas City to California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $79). Flying from Kansas City to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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 7 airlines flying from Kansas City to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to California. 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 April 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$87Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$124Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$195Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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