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$56+ Cheap flights from California to Kansas City (MCI)

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.
LAX — MCI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kansas City

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Round-trip from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$283
From California to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from California to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/96:00 amLAX - MCI
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/166:00 amMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$128
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:55 amLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/127:20 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$134
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.
Tue 7/810:19 amSMF - MCI
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/152:32 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop5h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$157
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:45 amSNA - MCI
1 stop4h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/302:32 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$178
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:00 amOAK - MCI
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/127:20 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$178
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/89:47 pmMCI - SAN
2 stops27h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$184
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:21 pmLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/107:51 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$190
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Tue 7/812:15 pmBUR - MCI
1 stop4h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/127:20 pmMCI - BUR
1 stop14h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$195
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 7/410:55 amLAX - MCI
1 stop6h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/89:47 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$195
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:00 amSAN - MCI
1 stop7h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/203:37 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop8h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$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.
Thu 7/103:05 pmSMF - MCI
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/157:00 amMCI - SMF
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$207
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Tue 7/811:01 amSJC - MCI
1 stop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/162:32 pmMCI - SJC
1 stop11h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$209

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kansas City 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 California to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Fly to

Kansas City

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$128

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/9

8:55 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Kansas City

Sat 7/12

7:20 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$134

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

10:19 am-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Kansas City

Tue 7/15

2:32 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$157

Santa AnaKansas City

SNA - MCI

SNAMCI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/28

6:45 am-1:37 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Kansas City

Wed 7/30

2:32 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$178

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Fri 7/11

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Sat 7/12

7:20 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$178

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Tue 7/1

6:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Kansas City

Tue 7/8

9:47 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops27h 19m

$184

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/6

2:21 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Kansas City

Mon 11/10

7:51 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$190

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Fri 7/4

10:55 am-7:06 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Kansas City

Tue 7/8

9:47 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$195

BurbankKansas City

BUR - MCI

BURMCI

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 7/8

12:15 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Kansas City

Sat 7/12

7:20 pm-7:20 am

1 stop14h 00m

$195

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/10

3:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Kansas City

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$207

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kansas City

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from California to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CA to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kansas City. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kansas City as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Kansas City. 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 USCA to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Kansas City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kansas City ranges from 1.1 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kansas City when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Kansas City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kansas City, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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 California to Kansas City. 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 into for flights to Kansas City from California?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Kansas City.

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

    Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from California to Kansas City.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $56. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Kansas City for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from California to Kansas City is Los Angeles - Kansas City. You may also consider San Francisco - Kansas City or Ontario - Kansas City.

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

    Consider Southwest (95%), Spirit Airlines (85%) or Delta (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Kansas City.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $411, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $65. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Kansas City), is priced around $118.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from California to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 California to Kansas City

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Kansas City. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$93Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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