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$65+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SFO
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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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.
Mon 11/1711:12 amMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Mon 11/246:32 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$210
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/101:34 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$211
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:49 pmMCI - SFO
2 stops23h 54mFrontier
Sun 11/236:32 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$212
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.
Mon 11/1711:12 amMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sun 11/236:32 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Tue 11/186:49 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/246:32 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$214
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:30 amMCI - SFO
2 stops11h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/176:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$215
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:30 amMCI - SFO
1 stop12h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 amSFO - MCI
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$219
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/168:28 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 46mFrontier
Wed 11/198:55 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$221
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:28 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop20h 12mFrontier
Mon 11/173:35 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$222
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/178:28 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Thu 11/202:54 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop26h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$226
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:49 pmMCI - SFO
2 stops23h 14mFrontier
Sun 11/236:32 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/2412:58 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/36:00 amSFO - MCI
2 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$235

Cheap 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 November 4, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$352
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Salinas 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 4, 2025.
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

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops12h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

10:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$316

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 11/21

12:58 pm-7:51 am

1 stop20h 53m

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

6:32 am-7:33 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$336

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

8:35 am-4:08 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$359

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-10:41 pm

1 stop18h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

8:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$362

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

11:10 am-8:33 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$369

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 11/26

5:27 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

1:58 pm-12:29 am

2 stops8h 31m

$376

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Thu 12/4

6:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops7h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

12:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$379

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 11/22

4:57 pm-8:54 am

1 stop17h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

8:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$409

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 11/7

8:28 pm-12:14 am

1 stop5h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

6:34 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$412

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

7:50 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 12/11

12:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

$412

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas

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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 October 31, 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 November 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 October 27, 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 November 4, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 November 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,117 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 3 flights from Kansas City to Salinas per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    The Kansas City to Salinas flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from Kansas City to Salinas will take you 4h 45m. There are 1494 mi between Kansas City and Salinas. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 (80%), Asiana Airlines (79%), SkyWest Airlines( 78%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to Salinas is generally $696, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $182. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $176 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$300Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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