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$143+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MCI
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Fri 1/9
Fri 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Kansas City are usually found in September or August, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from San José to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:31 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop27h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/43:47 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/1912:34 amSJO - MCI
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:30 amMCI - SJO
1 stop14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/296:20 amSJO - MCI
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:30 amMCI - SJO
1 stop14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/278:45 amSJO - MCI
2 stops24h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:35 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops18h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/2412:34 amSJO - MCI
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:12 amMCI - SJO
1 stop15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$431
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:31 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop27h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/53:47 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/266:30 amSJO - MCI
1 stop10h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/106:30 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop18h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/2512:34 amSJO - MCI
1 stop16h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:12 amMCI - SJO
1 stop15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$445

Find flight deals from San José to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$490
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

12:33 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Kansas City

Sun 1/18

11:26 am-12:22 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$309

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

12:33 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

5:04 pm-11:37 am

1 stop18h 33m

$359

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

2:20 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops24h 07m

Kansas City

Wed 2/11

8:05 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$375

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-10:32 am

2 stops28h 02m

Kansas City

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-7:53 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$375

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Kansas City

Mon 2/2

10:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$384

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

12:33 pm-10:31 am

2 stops21h 58m

Kansas City

Sun 1/18

11:26 am-11:37 am

2 stops24h 11m

$387

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-10:30 am

1 stop20h 59m

$143

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

2:58 pm-10:11 am

1 stop19h 13m

$156

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

1:30 pm-10:31 am

1 stop21h 01m

$187

San JoséKansas City

SJO - MCI

SJOMCI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

1:30 pm-10:31 am

1 stop21h 01m

$190

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Deals found on 12/8

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Compare providers for flights from San José 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 José to Kansas City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 José-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 José-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-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 José-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 José to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José to Kansas City is 88 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 José to Kansas City?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Kansas City (average of $129). Flying from San José to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 SJO to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 10, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from San José to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Kansas City?

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 10, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Kansas City, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José to Kansas City?

    A quick flight from San José to Kansas City can take about 24h 07m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $375. The distance from San José to Kansas City is about 2124 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 José to Kansas City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José to Kansas City round-trip from $221. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $260, and American Airlines, from $292. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José 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 $168. United Airlines flights start at $201 while deals on American Airlines start at $205 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Kansas City (average of $129). Flying from San José to Kansas City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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