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$77+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Kansas City (SAN - MCI)

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SAN — MCI
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 15, 2025.

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$154
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

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Average price

$317
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/16:41 amSAN - MCI
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Sun 11/28:28 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop16h 49mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/276:41 amSAN - MCI
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Thu 10/308:28 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop29h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/306:00 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop23h 33mFrontier
Mon 11/38:28 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop19h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/110:53 amSAN - MCI
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/82:31 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/158:00 amSAN - MCI
2 stops7h 55mFrontier
Wed 10/227:02 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/26:35 amSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Mon 10/63:01 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/248:11 amSAN - MCI
2 stops9h 42mFrontier
Mon 10/278:38 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop18h 50mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/276:41 amSAN - MCI
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Sat 11/18:28 pmMCI - SAN
2 stops17h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/276:41 amSAN - MCI
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Sun 11/28:28 pmMCI - SAN
2 stops16h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$208

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kansas City that are best for you.

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San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Thu 10/2

6:35 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Kansas City

Mon 10/6

3:01 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$202

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 10/24

6:41 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Kansas City

Mon 10/27

8:38 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$211

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 12/12

2:53 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$218

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Thu 10/2

8:25 am-4:21 pm

2 stops29h 56m

Kansas City

Mon 10/6

6:36 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop28h 44m

$231

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Sat 11/1

8:45 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop18h 09m

Kansas City

Sat 11/8

4:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$236

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Thu 11/6

5:25 pm-12:18 am

1 stop4h 53m

Kansas City

Sun 11/9

6:28 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$237

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Wed 10/22

3:59 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Kansas City

Wed 10/29

2:15 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$237

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 12/5

2:08 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Kansas City

Sun 12/7

6:28 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$237

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Fri 10/3

4:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Kansas City

Mon 10/6

6:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$237

San DiegoKansas City

SAN - MCI

SANMCI

San Diego

Tue 10/21

4:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

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 70 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from San Diego 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 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 September 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from San Diego to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United 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
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Kansas City?

    You will need to book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City if you want to fly from San Diego to Kansas City. At least 7 different airlines have flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kansas City (MCI) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Kansas City from the San Diego airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAN to MCI to be around 3h 05m.

  • 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 $202, Frontier can have you in Kansas City from San Diego in 5h 13m. 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 $105, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Kansas City and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $138 and $179, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Kansas City is $148. On average you can expect to pay $300. The most popular route, (San Diego - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $167.

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

Discover the top 7 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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