What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City to California?

Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to California

What airlines fly to California?

Southwest, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Kansas City according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to California on average per week?

The number of flights available between Kansas City and California is 154 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

As of May 2026, there are 22 flights per day flying from Kansas City to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 55% of flights taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to California?

The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to California is 8 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:50 pm - 7:20 pm

MCI

LAX

7h 30m

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6:30 am - 1:00 pm

LAX

MCI

28h 30m

1 stop

$221Frontier

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24

1:45 pm - 1:48 pm

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LAS

26h 03m

1 stop

12:59 am - 1:00 pm

LAS

MCI

10h 01m

1 stop

$223Frontier

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 16

2:55 pm - 6:06 pm

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SAN

5h 11m

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5:01 pm - 12:13 am

SAN

MCI

5h 12m

1 stop

$277Delta

Fri, Jul 24 - Wed, Jul 29

1:10 pm - 4:45 pm

MCI

SAN

5h 35m

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1:15 pm - 10:00 pm

SAN

MCI

6h 45m

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$282Southwest

Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 8

6:00 pm - 11:44 pm

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SMF

7h 44m

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2:15 pm - 11:41 pm

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MCI

7h 26m

1 stop

$283Delta

Fri, Jul 10 - Tue, Jul 21

6:00 am - 11:35 am

MCI

SAN

7h 35m

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2:24 pm - 11:30 pm

SAN

MCI

7h 06m

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$288United Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

6:00 am - 12:05 pm

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8h 05m

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12:55 pm - 12:24 am

SMF

MCI

9h 29m

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$288American Airlines

Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 22

6:00 am - 9:35 am

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5h 35m

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4:19 pm - 11:25 pm

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MCI

5h 06m

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$314United Airlines

Wed, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 30

6:00 am - 12:06 pm

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8h 06m

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6:00 am - 5:29 pm

SMF

MCI

9h 29m

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$316American Airlines

Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 4

6:00 am - 11:25 am

MCI

SJC

7h 25m

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2:10 pm - 11:40 pm

SJC

MCI

7h 30m

1 stop

$334Southwest

Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Jul 28

Frontier flights from Kansas City to California

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Frontier

Aug 20

MCI1:50 pmKansas City

7h 30m

1 stop

LAX7:20 pmLos Angeles

Aug 24

LAX6:30 amLos Angeles

28h 30m

1 stop

MCI1:00 pmKansas City

$221

Frontier

Jun 15

MCI1:45 pmKansas City

26h 03m

1 stop

LAS1:48 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 16

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 01m

1 stop

MCI1:00 pmKansas City

$223

Frontier

Aug 22

MCI1:45 pmKansas City

8h 44m

1 stop

LAS8:29 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 28

LAS6:45 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 39m

1 stop

MCI5:24 pmKansas City

$224

United Airlines flights from Kansas City to California

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Sep 5

MCI6:00 amKansas City

7h 35m

2 stops

SAN11:35 amSan Diego

Sep 12

SAN2:24 pmSan Diego

7h 06m

2 stops

MCI11:30 pmKansas City

$288

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Jul 3

MCI4:26 pmKansas City

3h 44m

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

Jul 4

LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles

6h 55m

1 stop

MCI11:25 pmKansas City

$291

United Airlines

Jul 11

MCI7:59 pmKansas City

6h 32m

1 stop

SAN12:31 amSan Diego

Jul 14

SAN6:20 amSan Diego

7h 25m

1 stop

MCI3:45 pmKansas City

$304

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6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$221

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Kansas City

Mon 6/15

1:45 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop26h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/16

12:59 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$223

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MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Fri 7/24

2:55 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 11m

San Diego

Wed 7/29

5:01 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 12m

$277

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MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Wed 7/1

1:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

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1:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$282

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Fri 7/10

6:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

2:15 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$283

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MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Sat 9/5

6:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops7h 35m

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Sat 9/12

2:24 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops7h 06m

$288

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MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/22

12:55 pm-12:24 am

2 stops9h 29m

$288

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MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Wed 6/24

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/30

4:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$314

Kansas CitySacramento

MCI - SMF

MCISMF

Kansas City

Sat 6/27

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$316

Kansas CitySan Jose

MCI - SJC

MCISJC

Kansas City

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 25m

San Jose

Tue 7/28

2:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$334

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of December is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Kansas City averaging around $69.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Kansas City to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $388. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $463.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $153. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $460 on average. Flights to California from Kansas City in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Kansas City to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Kansas City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $353 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Kansas City for as low as $227 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Kansas City to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Kansas City to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Kansas City to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Kansas City to California.

Cheap Kansas City to California flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$201
Fastest flight time	2h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $201. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $332.

The fastest flight from Kansas City to California takes 2h 55m

Direct flights go from Kansas City to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Kansas City there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kansas City to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to California is 8 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Kansas City to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Kansas City to California is Airbus A319, representing 30.80% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 20.70%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 16.60%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 14.37%.

Best airlines flying from Kansas City to California

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $69	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $92	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,940 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,400 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,444 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,642 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,277 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $354	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,981 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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