Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 59m.

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Kansas City according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $218.

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

85 flights are operational weekly from Kansas City to Los Angeles as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of August 2025, 12 flights take off from Kansas City and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 74% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Kansas City and Los Angeles?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

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

Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport is 6 as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Kansas City, with most prices found around $166. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City during May instead. Flights to Los Angeles in May, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $217.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $285. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Saturday is $327.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $214. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $471 per ticket.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $276 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Kansas City for as low as $200 on momondo.

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

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

How have Kansas City to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Kansas City to Los Angeles flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$42
Fastest flight time	3h 28m
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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $42. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $94.

The fastest flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles takes 3h 28m

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There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

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How far is Kansas City to Los Angeles by plane?
There are 1357.3 mi between Kansas City and Los Angeles. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 28m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport is 6 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kansas City Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Kansas City and Los Angeles, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 29.82% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 22.31%, Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 14.59%, and Airbus A320neo with 12.89%.
What is the most popular airline from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Kansas City to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines, representing 51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 29%, Southwest at 14%, and American Airlines at 3%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $83	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,219 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $85	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,045 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,244 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $260	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Delta Flights From Kansas City to Los Angeles
Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles, operating 9 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Kansas City to Los Angeles starts from $165 round-trip, up to an average price of $367. Our users have rated Delta at 8.0/10.
Southwest Flights From Kansas City to Los Angeles
Another popular option for Kansas City to Los Angeles flights is Southwest (8.0/10, 4,244 ratings). Southwest flies from Kansas City to Los Angeles around 13 times per week, with deals starting from $256 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $448.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $214. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $471 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Kansas City to Los Angeles flight route?

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

How have Kansas City to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Kansas City to Los Angeles flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Los Angeles

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Kansas City and Los Angeles?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $218.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 59m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

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

As of August 2025, 12 flights take off from Kansas City and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 74% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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

85 flights are operational weekly from Kansas City to Los Angeles as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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