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$121+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City (SBA - 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MCI
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$250
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$121
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$392
From Santa Barbara to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:30 amSBA - MCI
1 stop6h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amMCI - SBA
1 stop13h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 9/166:05 amSBA - MCI
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:56 amMCI - SBA
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 9/144:55 pmSBA - MCI
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Tue 9/236:03 pmMCI - SBA
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/26$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 8/115:01 amSBA - MCI
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/156:05 pmMCI - SBA
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$541

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Kansas City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

7:30 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Kansas City

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$250

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

6:05 am-5:25 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Kansas City

Tue 9/30

7:56 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$256

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/14

4:55 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 09m

Kansas City

Tue 9/23

6:03 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$292

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/11

5:01 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

6:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$541

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

6:50 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$121

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$166

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

4:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$175

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

7:29 pm-4:01 pm

2 stops18h 32m

$252

Santa BarbaraKansas City

SBA - MCI

SBAMCI

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-9:50 pm

3 stops13h 50m

$1,982

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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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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 July 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Santa Barbara to Kansas City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Kansas City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines ($250), American Airlines ($256), and Delta ($292) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Kansas City. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Kansas City one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City are Southwest ($121), United Airlines ($166), and American Airlines ($175).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Kansas City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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