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$119+ 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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Salinas are usually found in August or July, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(Trip.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$400
From Kansas City to Salinas
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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 June 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 9/127:48 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Mon 9/156:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$228
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/263:37 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/48:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/156:15 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Fri 9/1912:40 amSFO - MCI
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/11$237
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:37 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/288:00 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:50 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/115:15 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 7/161:44 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/2311:55 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/162:28 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/2012:55 amSFO - MCI
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$372

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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 June 12, 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 City

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Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-4:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$237

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 9/8

7:48 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$246

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

5:00 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$290

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

8:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

5:15 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$292

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 7/16

1:44 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

11:55 pm-9:13 am

1 stop7h 18m

$327

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 7/16

2:28 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

12:55 am-8:57 am

1 stop6h 02m

$372

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Fri 8/29

11:22 am-9:03 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$119

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Mon 7/21

6:04 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 59m

$129

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Wed 8/13

5:00 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

Sat 7/19

6:05 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$154

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas

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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 June 9, 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 76 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kansas City to Salinas. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 Kansas City to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 11 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $119. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, 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: Asiana Airlines (93%), Air New Zealand (93%), SkyWest Airlines( 88%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to Salinas is generally $1,212, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $208. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $236 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$79Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$214Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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