$57+ 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MCI
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kansas City
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kansas CityExplore 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 December 4, 2025.
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 December 4, 2025.
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.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - MCI
1 stop22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:00 amMCI - SAN
1 stop16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$182
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/134:47 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop25h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/158:45 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop28h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/3![Frontier logo]()
$236
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/184:25 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/73:07 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3![American Airlines logo]()
$238
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Tue 1/63:59 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/3![Delta logo]()
$243
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 12/292:10 pmSAN - MCI
2 stops27h 40mFrontier
Thu 1/111:53 amMCI - SAN
1 stop27h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/2![Frontier logo]()
$245
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.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - MCI
2 stops20h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:00 amMCI - SAN
1 stop16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$252
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:15 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 1/712:10 pmMCI - SAN
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3![Southwest logo]()
$255
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:10 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop15h 43mFrontier
Sun 12/148:45 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/2![Frontier logo]()
$258
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/184:47 pmSAN - MCI
1 stop25h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/228:45 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop24h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/2![Frontier logo]()
$262
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 December 4, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $127 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $57 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $393 |
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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 December 4, 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 Diego
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Kansas City
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Mon 2/9
6:30 am-7:51 pm
1 stop11h 21m
Kansas City
Sat 2/14
8:46 pm-12:01 am
1 stop5h 15m
$155
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Wed 1/7
10:30 am-7:05 pm
2 stops6h 35m
Kansas City
Wed 1/14
12:10 pm-5:15 pm
2 stops7h 05m
$194
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Thu 1/1
7:10 am-3:50 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Kansas City
Mon 1/12
6:05 am-10:55 am
1 stop6h 50m
$236
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Wed 1/7
12:40 pm-5:50 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Kansas City
Mon 1/12
10:00 am-2:45 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$242
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Wed 12/31
6:15 am-2:49 pm
1 stop6h 34m
Kansas City
Tue 1/6
3:59 pm-8:51 pm
1 stop6h 52m
$243
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Tue 3/3
10:59 am-11:44 pm
1 stop10h 45m
Kansas City
Tue 3/10
2:40 pm-10:31 pm
2 stops9h 51m
$252
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Mon 2/9
9:07 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop15h 58m
Kansas City
Sat 2/14
2:59 pm-8:49 am
2 stops19h 50m
$255
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Wed 1/7
3:10 pm-3:05 pm
2 stops21h 55m
Kansas City
Sun 1/11
3:59 pm-12:07 pm
2 stops22h 08m
$269
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Wed 12/31
10:20 am-7:00 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Kansas City
Wed 1/7
11:40 am-1:20 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$275
San DiegoKansas City
SAN - MCI
SANMCI
San Diego
Tue 3/3
7:26 pm-1:55 pm
1 stop16h 29m
Kansas City
Tue 3/10
2:49 pm-8:49 am
2 stops20h 00m
$285
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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 December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City
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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 November 28, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kansas City (average of $98). Flying from San Diego to Kansas City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 December 4, 2025.
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% 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 November 29, 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. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Kansas City?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Kansas City chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Kansas City on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Kansas City?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Albuquerque (ABQ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $328.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Kansas City?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Kansas City, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Albuquerque (ABQ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Kansas City?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Albuquerque (ABQ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 05m.
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.
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.
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$96 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$104 | Average$226 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$220 | Average$312 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$328 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$268 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |