$261+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Kansas City (MCI)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MCI
Oct 5 — Oct 121
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to Kansas CityExplore 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 September 5, 2026.
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 September 5, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/151:00 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Mon 10/196:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 10/26:00 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Sat 10/312:20 pm -
1 stop24h 26m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/71:00 pm -
1 stop21h 08m
Mon 10/126:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:00 am -
2 stops13h 55m
Sat 10/177:12 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$431
Best flights from San José to Kansas CityDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 5, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 5, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/76:00 am -
2 stops16h 58m
Mon 10/126:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/5![American Airlines logo]()
$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Thu 10/2910:28 pm -
1 stop21h 02m
Tue 11/36:24 pm -
1 stop26h 15m
Deal found 9/5![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 10/169:00 am -
1 stop14h 15m
Sun 10/257:30 am -
1 stop13h 10m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:55 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Tue 10/206:39 pm -
2 stops25h 58m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Fri 11/202:10 pm -
2 stops18h 30m
Wed 11/256:45 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$542
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/81:30 pm -
1 stop10h 10m
Mon 10/127:20 am -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/287:45 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Thu 10/296:24 pm -
1 stop17h 01m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$564
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 11/231:20 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
Mon 12/75:45 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$577
Last-minute flights from San José to Kansas CityDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Kansas City. Data last updated September 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Kansas City. Data last updated September 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 10/26:00 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Sat 10/312:20 pm -
1 stop24h 26m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/71:00 pm -
1 stop21h 08m
Mon 10/126:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:00 am -
2 stops13h 55m
Sat 10/177:12 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/151:00 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Mon 10/196:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$418
One-way flights from San José to Kansas CitySearch for one-way flight options from San José to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 5, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/51:00 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/211:15 pm -
3 stops53h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 9/248:12 am -
2 stops36h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 9/101:15 pm -
3 stops53h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:00 pm -
1 stop18h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/237:00 am -
2 stops35h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/227:00 am -
2 stops35h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/54:20 pm -
3 stops26h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
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 September 5, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $418 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $261 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $506 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 10/5
1:00 pm-9:57 pm
1 stop7h 57m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$261
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/22
7:00 am-7:37 pm
2 stops35h 37m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$374
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 10/5
4:20 pm-7:37 pm
3 stops26h 17m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$422
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/7
6:00 am-11:58 pm
2 stops16h 58m
Kansas City
Mon 10/12
6:53 am-2:00 pm
1 stop8h 07m
$430
Quickest round-trip
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/22
1:40 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 55m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$434
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/29
10:28 pm-8:30 pm
1 stop21h 02m
Kansas City
Tue 11/3
6:24 pm-8:39 pm
1 stop26h 15m
$459
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/23
1:25 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop8h 10m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$463
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/21
1:00 pm-12:18 pm
1 stop22h 18m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$485
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/8
2:48 pm-7:32 pm
2 stops27h 44m
Kansas City
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$513
San JoséKansas City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MCI Kansas City
SJOMCI
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 10/16
9:00 am-12:15 am
1 stop14h 15m
Kansas City
Sun 10/25
7:30 am-7:40 pm
1 stop13h 10m
$515
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Compare providers for flights from San José to Kansas City
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-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 José-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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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?
The best time to book flights from San José to Kansas City is 30 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Kansas City (average of $440). Flying from San José to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Kansas City?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San José to Kansas City flights typically cost between $378 and $723 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $418 on American Airlines (Oct 15-Oct 19).
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 September 5, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Kansas City, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$383 | Average$517 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$396 | Average$582 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |