Cheap flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles (MCI - LAX) from $65

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 12/3. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MCI — LAX
Dec 9 — Dec 161

The best prices from Kansas City to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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How to find the cheapest flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 December 4, 2023.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$217

One-way from

$99
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Kansas City to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles

MCI - LAX

Price

$217 - $461

LAX

Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

LAX

Rainfall

0 - 3.4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Los Angeles.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

To save up to 114% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 53 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles from $168 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $191 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Los Angeles from Kansas City average $216. You can even find prices in February for less than $216, as users have found deals to Los Angeles from as low as $79. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Los Angeles from Kansas City. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 64%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles (MCI - LAX)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Los Angeles. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
  • If you’re traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $300.40 RT. This price is typically 72% more expensive than other airlines that offer Kansas City to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $108. The most popular departure airport in Kansas City when flying to Los Angeles is Kansas City Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Los Angeles is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles, American Airlines flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Los Angeles. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
Browse through some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
  • If you’re traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Kansas City to Los Angeles flights are typically 76% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $176.09 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $71. When traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Kansas City Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines flights are -14% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Kansas City to Los Angeles flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Los Angeles specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Prices were last updated on December 4, 2023.
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Kansas City to Los Angeles 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kansas City and Los Angeles in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
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Non-stop flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City

Discover non-stop flight options from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
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Kansas City to Los Angeles flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Kansas City to Los Angeles for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
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One-way flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City

Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
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Find flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles within your budget

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 2,888,571 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2023.

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Any airport

Fly to

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Budget

$133 - $330

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Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Thu 12/14

Nonstop3h 48m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/18

1 stop8h 54m

$133

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Fri 2/23

Nonstop3h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/26

Nonstop3h 23m

$136

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Mon 1/8

Nonstop3h 49m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/18

Nonstop3h 09m

$137

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Wed 5/1

Nonstop3h 46m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/4

Nonstop3h 13m

$138

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Sat 1/6

Nonstop3h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/13

3 stops23h 35m

$165

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Tue 1/16

2 stops15h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/23

1 stop9h 50m

$177

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Tue 1/9

Nonstop3h 43m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/17

Nonstop3h 14m

$198

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Tue 2/13

1 stop8h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/28

1 stop5h 32m

$215

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Tue 1/9

2 stops24h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/16

2 stops26h 58m

$330

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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 December 4, 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Kansas City to Los Angeles have to say. 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.
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

7.9
Good
3,035 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

7.4
Good
1,901 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

7.2
Good
2,645 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

6.3
Okay
1,498 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

What airports do I use to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

To fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City take 3h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 8 outbound flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles offered by 5 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $133, but on average you can expect to pay $154.

Are there nonstop flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles is less than $178.

Are there last-minute flights available from Kansas City to Los Angeles for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Wednesday.

How popular is this Kansas City to Los Angeles flight route?

How many flights depart from Kansas City to Los Angeles on average per day?

On average 2 flights depart from Kansas City to Los Angeles per day.
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How long is the flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines can get you from Kansas City to Los Angeles in just under 3h 48m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1367 mi between Kansas City and Los Angeles. All flights are typically nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles round-trip?

Currently priced at $133, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Kansas City to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles for 38% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (98%), Delta (93%), Korean Air( 93%).

What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Los Angeles is $51. On average you can expect to pay $897. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $133.

What does MCI to LAX mean?

This is defined as Kansas City Airport (MCI) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). Codes like Los Angeles Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$108Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Los Angeles

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 December 4, 2023.
28%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
53%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
13%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
6%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 4, 2023.
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