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$73+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MCI
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 4, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Fri 12/198:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$258
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$259
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:24 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Mon 1/58:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/158:48 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:30 amMCI - SFO
2 stops40h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/176:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/187:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$331
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/176:30 amMCI - SFO
1 stop12h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$335
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 23mFrontier
Sun 12/148:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Mon 12/228:45 pmMCI - SFO
2 stops24h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$368

Find 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 December 4, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$492
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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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Kansas City that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

6:15 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 36m

Kansas City

Mon 2/2

8:41 pm-12:28 am

1 stop5h 47m

$210

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

10:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 39m

Kansas City

Sun 3/1

7:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$250

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

2:39 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

4:14 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$250

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

6:05 am-8:38 pm

2 stops12h 33m

Kansas City

Sun 3/1

7:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$250

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

11:36 am-11:24 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Kansas City

Mon 2/2

3:59 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop28h 44m

$254

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

9:50 am-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 54m

Kansas City

Tue 3/10

7:55 am-4:10 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$256

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

9:50 am-11:23 pm

2 stops11h 33m

Kansas City

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$256

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

9:50 am-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 54m

Kansas City

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$256

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Kansas City

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$256

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

8:47 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Kansas City

Sun 3/1

5:16 pm-9:08 am

1 stop17h 52m

$282

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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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 November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 79 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City (average of $109). Flying from Salinas to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 December 4, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Kansas City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight at noon.

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 Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,091 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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 Salinas 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 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 1 inbound flight 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?

    This flight path from Salinas to Kansas City was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Frontier, Delta, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Salinas to Kansas City in just under 9h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 51m. The distance from Salinas to Kansas City is about 1494 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 ($75), American Airlines ($114), and Delta ($118).

  • 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: Air New Zealand (77%), United Airlines (76%), SkyWest Airlines (75%).

  • 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 $419, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (San Francisco - Kansas City), is priced around $149.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Kansas City (average of $109). Flying from Salinas to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$123Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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