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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $348-$478
Frontier
Tue 9/18Fri 9/21
MCI - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $198-$327
Frontier
Fri 9/28
MCI - OAK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Oakland (MCI-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Oakland

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:30 pm - 11:51 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
15h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 am - 9:45 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
9h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$257Frontier
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:50 pm - 11:18 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
23h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:39 pm - 12:55 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$274Frontier
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:45 pm - 9:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
5h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:40 am - 2:55 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$333Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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2:45 pm - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
6h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:10 am - 9:15 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$333Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:00 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:15 pm - 9:06 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
5h 51m1 stop Salt Lake City
$333Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 1:13 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
5h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City
$333Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 11:25 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 am - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
14h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$333Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:34 pm - 10:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
8h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:13 pm - 3:58 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
18h 45m1 stop Portland
$333Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:00 pm - 12:07 amOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
5h 07m1 stop Salt Lake City
$333Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:45 pm - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:45 am - 1:50 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
5h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$333Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Oakland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kansas City to Oakland with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Oakland?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Oakland start at $257. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $348 to $478. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Oakland?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Oakland, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 39% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Oakland?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Oakland at $341 round-trip.
  • March ($482) and October ($477) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Oakland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on MCI

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Kansas City to Oakland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$128
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kansas City to Oakland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Oakland?

    Flights from Kansas City to Oakland usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Oakland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Oakland.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kansas City to Oakland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $348 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $477 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kansas City to Oakland?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Oakland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Oakland most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 16% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Oakland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Kansas City to Oakland route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $548, a difference of $200. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Oakland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Oakland are Oakland Arena, Fox Theater and Jack London Square. These are among the most viewed places in Oakland on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Oakland takes 0h 00m, covering 1,484 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Oakland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Oakland:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City to Oakland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Oakland changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $257 to $1,563. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Oakland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to Oakland?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 5h 55m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 01m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Oakland?

    Oakland is 2 hours behind Kansas City (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Oakland Airport (OAK)?

    Oakland Airport (OAK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Oakland range from $348 to $478, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Oakland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $348 - about $200 less than Sunday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Oakland trip for November. Fares historically average $341 round-trip in that month - typically $141 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $348 round-trip on this route - about $129 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Oakland Airport.
    - Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakland-Airport By IHG
    - Holiday Inn & Suites Oakland - Airport By IHG

Everything you need to know for your flight from Kansas City to Oakland

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Kansas City (MCI)
Oakland (OAK)