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$98+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MCI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 58 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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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 January 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2712:35 pm
SMF
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MCI
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Sun 3/12:15 pm
MCI
-
SMF
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/285:10 am
SMF
-
MCI
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Mon 3/23:20 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:50 pm
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Mon 3/93:45 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:42 pm
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Tue 5/57:05 am
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop8h 56m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/106:05 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Tue 3/102:45 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/241:07 pm
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 3/311:32 am
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$272
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/48:16 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop28h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/103:59 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop18h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:00 pm
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Mon 5/113:45 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop8h 28m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:20 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Fri 2/272:15 pm
MCI
-
SMF
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/56:45 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 7/85:05 pm
MCI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/45:00 am
SMF
-
MCI
1 stop5h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 4/111:54 pm
MCI
-
SMF
2 stops8h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2612:35 pm
SMF
-
MCI
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Sun 3/12:15 pm
MCI
-
SMF
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$287

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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$271
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Kansas City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 January 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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SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

12:35 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 3/1

2:15 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$237

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

4:11 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Kansas City

Sun 3/1

5:54 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 42m

$237

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

5:14 pm-12:38 am

1 stop5h 24m

Kansas City

Thu 4/16

7:05 am-2:01 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$257

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

11:59 pm-10:27 am

1 stop8h 28m

Kansas City

Mon 4/27

4:06 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$257

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/21

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Kansas City

Tue 5/26

7:05 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 35m

$257

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/30

2:42 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

7:05 am-2:01 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$257

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

6:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Kansas City

Tue 3/10

2:45 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$262

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/13

1:55 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Kansas City

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$262

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

12:10 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Kansas City

Tue 3/3

6:50 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$282

SacramentoKansas City

SMF - MCI

SMFMCI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

5:10 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Kansas City

Mon 3/2

4:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$297

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 58 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City (average of $139). Flying from Sacramento to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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 $237, Southwest can have you in Kansas City from Sacramento in 3h 10m. 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 $118, 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 $226, respectively. Delta is priced at 64% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, 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 $332 for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $145 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Kansas City) is currently priced at $237.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City (average of $139). Flying from Sacramento to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$118Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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