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$62+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Kansas City (SAN - 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MCI
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sun 7/5
Sun 7/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1210:45 pm
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 8/155:14 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Tue 8/116:25 am
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop28h 35m
Frontier
Tue 8/181:45 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Tue 7/76:25 am
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop28h 35m
Frontier
Tue 7/141:45 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop21h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:01 pm
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop5h 12m
Delta
Sun 8/166:01 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 9/29:37 am
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop25h 23m
Frontier
Wed 9/92:17 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop11h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Wed 7/84:38 pm
SAN
-
MCI
2 stops21h 09m
Frontier
Tue 7/141:45 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop21h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 7/65:57 pm
SAN
-
MCI
1 stop17h 03m
Frontier
Tue 7/141:45 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop21h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Thu 7/94:12 pm
SAN
-
MCI
2 stops21h 35m
Frontier
Tue 7/141:45 pm
MCI
-
SAN
1 stop21h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$269

Find flight deals from San Diego to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 June 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$62
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$381
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 June 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 9/18

11:04 am-11:06 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Kansas City

Sun 9/20

7:15 am-3:03 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$247

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sun 11/8

2:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Kansas City

Thu 11/12

12:04 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$277

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 9/18

10:40 pm-8:58 am

1 stop8h 18m

Kansas City

Sun 9/20

6:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops7h 35m

$360

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sat 6/20

1:39 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Kansas City

Wed 6/24

4:26 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$367

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 6/19

11:01 am-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Kansas City

Fri 6/26

7:59 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 32m

$367

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Tue 8/18

2:24 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops7h 06m

Kansas City

Wed 8/19

3:29 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$372

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Thu 7/2

2:45 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Kansas City

Sat 7/4

8:55 am-2:35 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$377

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Wed 9/2

2:24 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops7h 06m

Kansas City

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-1:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$378
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Wed 9/2

11:05 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 9/9

1:00 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$417

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sat 7/4

12:33 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Kansas City

Fri 7/10

1:32 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops12h 22m

$429

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Kansas City in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice 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 San Diego-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Kansas City

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City (average of $280). Flying from San Diego to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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 SAN to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 5, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from San Diego to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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 June 5, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,255 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,395 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
9,775 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Kansas City flight route?

    The San Diego to Kansas City flight path was viewed by 2 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 San Diego to Kansas City?

    For as low as $360, Delta can have you in Kansas City from San Diego in 8h 18m. San Diego and Kansas City are separated by a distance of 1330 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $104, Frontier will fly you from San Diego to Kansas City and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $138 and $217, respectively. Frontier is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $124. Delta flights start at $124 while deals on Frontier start at $125 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Kansas City?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Kansas City is $119. On average you can expect to pay $276. The most popular route, (San Diego - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $274.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Kansas City?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City (average of $280). Flying from San Diego to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 June 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$104Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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