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$61+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to California

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$118
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$61
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$245
From Kansas City to California
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/236:00 amMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/297:02 pmLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$118
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/228:08 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/252:21 pmLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$145
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 7/92:32 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop11h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/306:00 amOAK - MCI
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$164
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/92:32 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop5h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/1412:01 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop23h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$175
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Wed 7/92:32 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/156:45 amSNA - MCI
1 stop4h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$181
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/41:49 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/118:55 amLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/188:01 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/227:02 pmLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$195
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Tue 7/87:50 pmMCI - BUR
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/128:15 amBUR - MCI
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 9/47:48 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop25h 17mFrontier
Mon 9/89:14 amLAS - MCI
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/222:28 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/2411:55 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$207
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Thu 8/213:55 pmMCI - SJC
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/256:00 amSJC - MCI
1 stop6h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$209
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Wed 7/211:05 amMCI - SAN
2 stops33h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/87:31 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop16h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$214

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to California that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/30

7:02 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$118

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Fri 8/22

8:08 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/25

2:21 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$145

Kansas CityOakland

MCI - OAK

MCIOAK

Kansas City

Wed 7/9

2:32 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Oakland

Wed 7/30

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$164

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Wed 7/9

2:32 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/14

12:01 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$175

Kansas CitySanta Ana

MCI - SNA

MCISNA

Kansas City

Wed 7/9

2:32 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/15

6:45 am-1:37 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$181

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Fri 7/4

1:49 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/11

8:55 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$186

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Fri 7/18

8:01 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/22

7:02 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$195

Kansas CityBurbank

MCI - BUR

MCIBUR

Kansas City

Tue 7/8

7:50 pm-7:20 am

1 stop13h 30m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 7/12

8:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$195

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Thu 9/4

7:48 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop25h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/8

9:14 am-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$206

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Tue 7/22

2:28 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

11:55 pm-9:53 am

1 stop7h 58m

$207

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $246). Flying from Kansas City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 2025.

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

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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (14 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 California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    Within the past month, 59 users have taken a look at flights from Kansas City to California.

  • 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 $61. Users have also found prices from $103 and $104 on Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Kansas City to California are Kansas City - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Kansas City - San Francisco and Kansas City - Los Angeles.

  • 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 (100%), WestJet (97%) and Southwest (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $50. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $132 on average our data indicates $1,363 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to California (average of $246). Flying from Kansas City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$79Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$228Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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