Salinas

$56+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Salinas, CA, CA

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MCI — SFO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Salinas

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop20h 25mFrontier
Tue 12/306:24 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$204
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:09 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$229
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/2511:53 amMCI - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/64:48 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:09 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 15mFrontier
Mon 12/158:48 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$274
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:45 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Thu 12/116:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$278
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:32 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/72:58 pmSFO - MCI
2 stops20h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:30 amMCI - SFO
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/116:30 amMCI - SFO
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amSFO - MCI
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$315

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas City to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$56
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$476
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Kansas City to Salinas
One-way flight from Kansas City to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop12h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:15 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$173

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

12:45 pm-10:08 am

2 stops23h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:15 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$182

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 1/12

8:26 pm-12:24 am

1 stop5h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

11:20 pm-10:26 am

1 stop9h 06m

$182

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 2/20

8:46 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:15 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$217

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

8:23 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

11:35 pm-10:09 am

1 stop8h 34m

$217

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 2/3

3:59 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop26h 23m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

7:57 am-3:05 pm

1 stop29h 08m

$228

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 1/9

2:45 pm-9:11 am

2 stops20h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

9:42 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$244

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops12h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

2:39 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$250

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 2/19

6:23 am-1:48 pm

2 stops9h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

2:39 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$250

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

10:35 am-11:26 pm

2 stops10h 51m

$250

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Salinas. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 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 Salinas?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $118). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in April is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas. 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, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Salinas, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Salinas flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Salinas. 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, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to S9N are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Salinas. 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Salinas from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 2 flights from Kansas City to Salinas per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to Salinas flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Salinas?

    Departing from Kansas City to Salinas will take you 23h 23m. There are 1494 mi between Kansas City and Salinas.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Salinas for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (82%), United Airlines (81%), SkyWest Airlines( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to Salinas is generally $660, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $129 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Salinas 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 Kansas City to Salinas?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $118). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in April is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 7 airlines flying from Kansas City to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Salinas. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$300Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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