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$109+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MCI
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Kansas City are usually found in January or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Kansas City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Kansas City flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(Frontier)

One-way from

$109
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$418
From Salinas to Kansas City
One-way flight from Salinas to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Salinas to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:26 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
Fri 8/296:02 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$268
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/188:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 01mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/237:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 9/2312:45 amSFO - MCI
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Mon 9/296:03 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/31$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/911:37 amSFO - MCI
Nonstop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/116:29 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/293:21 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/56:26 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/311:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sat 9/68:15 amMCI - SFO
2 stops13h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$298
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:37 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/178:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$302

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Salinas

Fly to

Kansas City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

6:26 am-1:33 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Kansas City

Fri 8/29

6:02 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 17m

$268

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Kansas City

Tue 9/23

7:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$271

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

12:45 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 46m

Kansas City

Mon 9/29

6:03 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$272

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

11:37 am-5:18 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Kansas City

Thu 9/11

6:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$277

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

3:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Kansas City

Wed 10/1

9:37 am-3:09 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$287

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

11:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Kansas City

Sat 9/6

8:15 am-7:50 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$298

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

6:37 am-6:23 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Kansas City

Sun 8/17

8:00 am-10:56 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$302

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

10:29 pm-10:42 am

1 stop10h 13m

$109

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

11:30 am-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$128

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

5:35 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$129

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Kansas City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 87 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 Salinas to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 31, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to MCI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Salinas to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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 Salinas?

    Kansas City (MCI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kansas City from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Kansas City airport from Salinas. It is only a 17.4 mi journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Kansas City’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Kansas City are Frontier ($109), Alaska Airlines ($128), and Delta ($129).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Kansas City on time: SkyWest Airlines (93%), United Airlines (93%), Air New Zealand (87%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $518, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $223. The most popular route (San Francisco - Kansas City), is priced around $245.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Salinas 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 Salinas to Kansas City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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