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$55+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kansas City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Kansas City flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$119
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$55
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$279
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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 9/410:10 amLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/74:02 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/236:00 amLAX - MCI
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/86:00 amMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 8/117:02 pmLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/137:20 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$132
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 7/226:45 amSNA - MCI
1 stop4h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/232:32 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$140
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/46:00 amLAS - MCI
1 stop5h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/74:02 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$149
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 10/910:46 amONT - MCI
1 stop6h 16mFrontier
Mon 10/137:51 pmMCI - ONT
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$151
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:00 amBUR - MCI
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/54:02 pmMCI - BUR
1 stop8h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$157
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/76:00 amOAK - MCI
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/147:02 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$175
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:19 amSJC - MCI
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/218:08 pmMCI - SJC
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/116:30 amSMF - MCI
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/144:02 pmMCI - SMF
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$186
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Wed 8/207:00 amSNA - MCI
1 stop7h 01mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/33:37 pmMCI - SNA
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/43:06 pmONT - MCI
1 stop6h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/84:55 pmMCI - ONT
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$204

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kansas City that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Kansas City

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

10:10 am-3:06 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Kansas City

Sun 9/7

4:02 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$119

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Fri 8/8

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$120

Los AngelesKansas City

LAX - MCI

LAXMCI

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

7:02 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 8/13

7:20 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 07m

$132

Santa AnaKansas City

SNA - MCI

SNAMCI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/22

6:45 am-1:37 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Kansas City

Wed 7/23

2:32 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$140

Las VegasKansas City

LAS - MCI

LASMCI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Kansas City

Sun 9/7

4:02 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$149

BurbankKansas City

BUR - MCI

BURMCI

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 9/15

7:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Kansas City

Thu 9/18

4:02 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$163

OaklandKansas City

OAK - MCI

OAKMCI

Oakland

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

7:02 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$175

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Fri 10/17

10:19 am-7:13 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Kansas City

Tue 10/21

8:08 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$179

OntarioKansas City

ONT - MCI

ONTMCI

Ontario

Tue 7/22

5:21 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop23h 02m

Kansas City

Wed 8/6

7:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$202

Santa AnaKansas City

SNA - MCI

SNAMCI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Kansas City

Wed 9/3

3:37 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$204

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kansas City

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Cheapflights Insights

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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 July 3, 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 compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,270 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,970 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,845 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

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  • 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, 39 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 $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, 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 Spirit Airlines (95%), Delta (78%) or Virgin Atlantic (78%) 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 $391, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $64. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Kansas City), is priced around $98.

  • 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$93Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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