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$52+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kansas City (SFO - 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MCI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:20 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Wed 3/44:39 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop9h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/286:15 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop11h 31m
Frontier
Mon 3/210:55 am
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$138
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/116:55 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop6h 49m
Frontier
Wed 2/184:39 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop9h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/247:15 pm
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop26h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/37:00 am
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/278:48 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Mon 3/28:33 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:20 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Sun 3/11:44 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/238:48 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Wed 2/254:39 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop9h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/286:15 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop11h 31m
Frontier
Sun 3/110:53 am
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop12h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/278:48 am
SFO
-
MCI
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Sun 3/11:44 pm
MCI
-
SFO
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$193

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$128
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$52
(WAYA)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$481
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kansas City that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

8:05 am-5:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

8:33 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop27h 28m

$197

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

8:58 am-7:46 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

1:44 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops26h 39m

$233

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

7:50 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Kansas City

Sat 2/21

2:59 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$249

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

7:50 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

2:49 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$249

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

4:29 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Kansas City

Sat 5/30

7:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$269

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

12:43 am-9:32 am

1 stop6h 49m

Kansas City

Sat 2/21

7:18 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$279

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:50 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

2:49 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$281

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:50 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Kansas City

Thu 2/19

5:16 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$281

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

5:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

Kansas City

Tue 6/2

6:15 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$289

San FranciscoKansas City

SFO - MCI

SFOMCI

San Francisco

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Kansas City

Tue 4/14

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$289

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Kansas City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Francisco-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 Francisco-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kansas City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kansas City is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City (average of $115). Flying from San Francisco to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 SFO to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 29, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to Kansas City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Kansas City flights

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Our travel experts
Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Kansas City, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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 Francisco 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 airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City?

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Kansas City (MCI) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from San Francisco to Kansas City, all of which are around 3h 38m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Kansas City flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City?

    For as low as $269, Frontier can have you in Kansas City from San Francisco in 3h 46m. The distance from San Francisco 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 flying from San Francisco to Kansas City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Kansas City round-trip from $112. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $218, and Delta, from $236. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $75. Alaska Airlines flights start at $118 while deals on Delta start at $118 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Kansas City are Air New Zealand (73%), Emirates (67%) and United Airlines (61%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $416, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $210. The most popular route (San Francisco - Kansas City), is priced around $165.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Kansas City.

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City (average of $115). Flying from San Francisco to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kansas City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$337Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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