MCI's central security checkpoint rarely has long waits, often under 5 minutes without TSA PreCheck.
$84+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles (MCI - LAX)
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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — LAX
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 November 6, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $119 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $84 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $264 |
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Los AngelesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:52 amMCI - LAX
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Mon 12/156:40 amLAX - MCI
1 stop11h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:45 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop23h 53mFrontier
Thu 12/118:51 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop15h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:52 amMCI - LAX
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Sun 12/710:39 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:49 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Tue 11/256:44 amLAX - MCI
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:49 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Fri 11/216:44 amLAX - MCI
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$137
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:52 amMCI - LAX
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Sun 12/146:40 amLAX - MCI
1 stop11h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$138
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2111:20 amMCI - LAX
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Fri 11/286:44 amLAX - MCI
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/52:48 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop11h 41mFrontier
Sun 12/146:40 amLAX - MCI
1 stop11h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:49 pmMCI - LAX
1 stop20h 29mFrontier
Thu 11/202:58 pmLAX - MCI
1 stop26h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2111:20 amMCI - LAX
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Sun 11/236:44 amLAX - MCI
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/3![Frontier logo]()
$144
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles that are best for you.
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Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Thu 2/26
3:46 pm-5:33 pm
Nonstop3h 47m
Los Angeles
Mon 3/2
6:25 pm-11:31 pm
Nonstop3h 06m
$303
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Mon 1/19
2:45 pm-8:36 pm
1 stop7h 51m
Los Angeles
Sun 1/25
9:16 pm-3:05 pm
2 stops15h 49m
$331
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Tue 3/3
2:55 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop9h 40m
Los Angeles
Sun 3/8
7:00 am-4:20 pm
1 stop7h 20m
$339
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Wed 12/3
6:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop10h 25m
Los Angeles
Sun 12/7
8:18 pm-12:40 pm
2 stops14h 22m
$356
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Fri 2/27
5:55 pm-10:20 am
2 stops18h 25m
Los Angeles
Mon 3/2
9:30 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops16h 50m
$368
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Sat 2/28
2:55 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop9h 40m
Los Angeles
Sun 3/8
9:15 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops17h 05m
$387
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Wed 12/10
3:55 pm-5:34 pm
Nonstop3h 39m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/17
9:45 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
$397
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Sat 12/13
6:55 am-9:27 pm
2 stops16h 32m
Los Angeles
Mon 1/19
9:30 am-1:50 pm
1 stop26h 20m
$403
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Mon 1/5
3:46 pm-5:33 pm
Nonstop3h 47m
Los Angeles
Fri 1/16
2:05 pm-11:23 pm
1 stop7h 18m
$411
Kansas CityLos Angeles
MCI - LAX
MCILAX
Kansas City
Thu 12/4
3:55 pm-5:34 pm
Nonstop3h 39m
Los Angeles
Mon 12/8
2:15 pm-11:22 pm
1 stop7h 07m
$411
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to Los Angeles in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Kansas City-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles (average of $79). Flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 MCI to LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Kansas City and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Kansas City to Los Angeles flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kansas City to Los Angeles flights?
Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of 1-stop itineraries from Kansas City to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 55m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 48m.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$91 | Average$191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$94 | Average$202 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$172 | Average$361 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$204 | Average$364 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$218 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$244 | Average$470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |