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$81+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MCI
Jan 13 — Jan 201
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/296:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/511:38 amMCI - SFO
2 stops50h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$370
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/196:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/118:23 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:17 pmSTS - MCI
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/72:45 pmMCI - STS
2 stops20h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/13$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/308:12 pmSFO - MCI
2 stops21h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:45 amSJC - MCI
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sun 1/46:00 amMCI - SJC
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$401
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:45 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/54:56 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop28h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/13$404
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/316:24 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Mon 1/58:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$407
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Mon 12/158:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$413
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/316:24 amSFO - MCI
2 stops26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:00 amMCI - SFO
1 stop26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:29 pmSJC - MCI
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/19:00 amMCI - SJC
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$505
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:32 pmOAK - MCI
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/44:56 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop17h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/13$519
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Tue 12/305:50 pmOAK - MCI
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Fri 1/26:05 pmMCI - OAK
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/12$522

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City flight deals. Data was last updated December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$591
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Kansas City flight deals.
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From San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City that are best for you.

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San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 1/8

9:55 am-4:58 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Kansas City

Thu 1/29

5:48 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 09m

$217

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 1/22

8:40 am-4:08 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Kansas City

Sat 1/24

11:29 am-8:56 pm

2 stops11h 27m

$222

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 1/1

9:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

5:10 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$236

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Wed 1/21

6:20 am-3:24 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Kansas City

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$251

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sat 1/24

1:20 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Kansas City

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$251

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Mon 1/26

11:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Kansas City

Sat 2/7

8:05 am-5:40 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$256

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-2:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Kansas City

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$256

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Fri 1/23

11:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Kansas City

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$256

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sun 1/25

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

2:53 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$256

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sun 1/25

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Kansas City

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-7:12 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City (average of $115). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 46% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 December 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City.

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City in 5h 03m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco Bay Area and Kansas City is about 1474 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Frontier flights start at $75 while deals on American Airlines start at $98 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City?

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

    Before booking your flight to Kansas City from San Francisco Bay Area, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (77%), United Airlines (76%), SkyWest Airlines( 75%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $429, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $188. The most popular route (San Francisco - Kansas City), is priced around $236.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City (average of $115). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Kansas City

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$123Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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