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$102+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to San Francisco (MCI - SFO)

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SFO
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
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 San Francisco (SFO). 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 agosto 20, 2025.

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$149
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One-way from

$102
(Cheapflightsfares)

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$342
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
lun. 10/63:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
mié. 10/86:34 amSFO - MCI
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$149
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jue. 11/611:12 amMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
lun. 11/106:34 amSFO - MCI
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$158
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lun. 9/153:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
lun. 9/226:29 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$166
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jue. 9/43:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
dom. 9/76:29 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$173
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lun. 9/223:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
jue. 9/2511:00 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$175
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jue. 9/183:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
dom. 9/217:07 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop16h 41mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
vie. 9/263:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
sáb. 10/410:49 amSFO - MCI
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
vie. 9/123:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
lun. 9/156:29 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
mié. 10/157:02 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop21h 22mFrontier
dom. 10/198:21 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop21h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$192
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jue. 9/113:01 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
jue. 9/186:29 amSFO - MCI
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/195:15 pmMCI - SFO
1 stop30h 06mFrontier
dom. 10/511:00 pmSFO - MCI
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$195

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to San Francisco 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 agosto 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Kansas City

Fly to

San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

jue. 9/4

3:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 15m

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

6:29 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

vie. 10/24

8:38 pm-12:14 am

1 stop5h 36m

San Francisco

dom. 10/26

8:21 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop21h 32m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

sáb. 10/25

7:02 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 27m

San Francisco

lun. 10/27

6:34 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

vie. 9/12

3:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 15m

San Francisco

lun. 9/15

6:29 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

jue. 10/23

8:38 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop19h 44m

San Francisco

dom. 10/26

8:21 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop21h 32m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

lun. 10/6

3:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 10/8

6:34 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

vie. 9/26

3:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 15m

San Francisco

dom. 9/28

7:07 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

jue. 10/30

8:28 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 12m

San Francisco

dom. 11/2

8:09 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

vie. 10/17

8:38 pm-12:14 am

1 stop5h 36m

San Francisco

lun. 10/27

6:34 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$149

Kansas CitySan Francisco

MCI - SFO

MCISFO

Kansas City

jue. 9/25

3:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 15m

San Francisco

lun. 9/29

6:29 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to San Francisco is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 66% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
3,207 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 airports do I use to fly from Kansas City to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to San Francisco from 6 different airlines. 3h 47m is how long a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Kansas City to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Frontier can get you from Kansas City to San Francisco in just under 11h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1494 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $108, Frontier will fly you from Kansas City to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $216, respectively. Frontier is priced at 71% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Kansas City to San Francisco on time: SkyWest Airlines (90%), Asiana Airlines (90%), Air New Zealand (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco is generally $975, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $149 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kansas City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to San Francisco. 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 agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$324Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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