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$111+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Kansas City (SMF - 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MCI
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City are usually found in January or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/1911:42 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop23h 38m
Frontier
Sun 8/231:38 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops30h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$246
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:00 am
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops14h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/136:17 am
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops15h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 9/1211:53 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/162:53 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops10h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$265
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/145:00 pm
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops17h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/178:32 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$276
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/168:12 am
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops13h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/212:53 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops10h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$283
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/212:52 pm
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops21h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/52:48 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops10h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 9/1111:35 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop6h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/157:00 am
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops10h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/127:58 pm
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops39h 24m
Frontier
Tue 10/202:17 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop22h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/211:42 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop23h 11m
Frontier
Sat 9/51:38 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop23h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/1211:53 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 44m
Frontier
Wed 9/168:32 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop16h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$307
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/227:00 am
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops14h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/251:50 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$311

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Kansas City (MCI). 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$337
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Kansas City flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/24

8:08 am-12:38 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Kansas City

Mon 8/31

2:48 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$334

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

2:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Kansas City

Sat 10/17

4:35 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$370

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

4:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Kansas City

Sat 10/17

5:05 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$375

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/3

6:10 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Kansas City

Sat 9/12

10:55 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$385

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

4:11 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Kansas City

Sun 8/23

6:20 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$401

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/3

2:58 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Kansas City

Sat 9/12

2:53 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$439

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

4:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops6h 30m

Kansas City

Sat 8/22

11:35 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$442

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/21

3:05 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 12/30

5:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 55m

$459
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/20

1:15 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 11/22

5:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

$469

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/3

5:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-1:07 pm

2 stops9h 07m

$470

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Kansas City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Kansas City in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Sacramento-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Kansas City 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 Sacramento-Kansas City 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 Sacramento to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City (average of $271). Flying from Sacramento to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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 SMF to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 29, 2026.

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Kansas City flights typically cost between $282 and $532 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $246 on Frontier (Aug 19-Aug 23).

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 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flights from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $375, Alaska Airlines can have you in Kansas City from Sacramento in 5h 27m. There are 1437 mi between Sacramento and Kansas City. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Kansas City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $141, Delta will fly you from Sacramento to Kansas City and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $169 and $236, respectively. Delta is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $111. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Kansas City for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $406 for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Kansas City) is currently priced at $265.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City (average of $271). Flying from Sacramento to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$141Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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