Kansas City

$129+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Kansas City (SJC - 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — MCI
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/182:07 pm
SJC
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MCI
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 2/252:24 pm
MCI
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SJC
1 stop6h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$257
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:50 am
SJC
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MCI
2 stops11h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 3/35:21 pm
MCI
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SJC
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$262
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:40 am
SJC
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MCI
1 stop6h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/165:16 pm
MCI
-
SJC
2 stops18h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$295
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/97:30 am
SJC
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MCI
1 stop7h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/145:50 pm
MCI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$307
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2111:38 am
SJC
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MCI
1 stop26h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/235:16 pm
MCI
-
SJC
2 stops18h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$315
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/52:25 pm
SJC
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MCI
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Sat 3/76:30 am
MCI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$317
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/21:50 pm
SJC
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MCI
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Sat 4/46:40 am
MCI
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SJC
1 stop7h 51m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$321

Find flight deals from San Jose to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$391
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Kansas City flight deals.
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From San Jose to Kansas City
One-way flight from San Jose to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Wed 3/18

3:37 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Kansas City

Tue 3/24

7:55 am-2:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$257

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Tue 2/24

8:50 am-4:19 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Kansas City

Tue 3/3

5:21 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$257

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sat 5/9

6:30 am-3:02 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Kansas City

Tue 5/12

6:30 am-12:09 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$257

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Wed 4/8

6:15 am-4:56 pm

2 stops8h 41m

Kansas City

Tue 4/14

5:50 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$295

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sat 5/9

2:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Kansas City

Mon 5/11

5:11 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop28h 18m

$300

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sat 2/21

11:38 am-4:22 pm

1 stop26h 44m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

5:16 pm-9:47 am

2 stops18h 31m

$315

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Tue 4/7

4:50 pm-12:46 am

1 stop5h 56m

Kansas City

Mon 4/13

7:59 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$317

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 3/5

2:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Kansas City

Sat 3/7

6:30 am-12:16 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$317

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Thu 4/2

1:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Kansas City

Sat 4/4

6:40 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$321

San JoseKansas City

SJC - MCI

SJCMCI

San Jose

Sat 5/9

5:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 5/10

6:40 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$321

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Kansas City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Jose, California-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 Jose, California-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 Jose, California-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 Jose to Kansas City

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Kansas City?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose, California to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Kansas City?

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

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 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Jose 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 long is the flight from San Jose, California to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Jose, California to Kansas City in 5h 29m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Jose, California and Kansas City is about 1474 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 Jose, California to Kansas City round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kansas City, with prices starting at $113. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $189 and $267, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Jose, California to Kansas City for 73% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $108. Spirit Airlines flights start at $113 while deals on Southwest start at $143 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Kansas City?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Kansas City (average of $115). Flying from San Jose, California 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 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Kansas City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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