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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $300-$484
Frontier
Sun 10/21Fri 10/26
MCI - SJC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $197-$465
Frontier
Sun 10/21
MCI - SJC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $328 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to San Jose (MCI-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to San Jose

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
8:43 pm - 8:07 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
25h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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9:02 pm - 7:47 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
20h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$257Frontier
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 1:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:55 am - 5:18 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
7h 23m1 stop Portland
$280Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:50 am - 5:15 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$280Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 2:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
10h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:55 am - 5:18 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
7h 23m1 stop Portland
$280Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:25 am - 3:45 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 20m2 stops Ontario Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$286Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 12:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:20 am - 4:47 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$311Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 9:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
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2:37 pm - 11:31 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$311Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 10:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:15 pm - 12:30 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
7h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Aug 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
11h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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4:00 pm - 11:37 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$428United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:39 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:10 pm - 11:52 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$479United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to San Jose flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to San Jose start at $257. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $300 to $484. 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 San Jose?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to San Jose, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% 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 San Jose?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to San Jose at $256 round-trip.
•July ($707) and March ($511) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 176% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to San Jose flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to San Jose 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 San Jose flight questions, answered

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 1,474 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to San Jose range from $300 to $484, with an average of $388 over the past 12 months. Anything below $300 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to San Jose 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 $1,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Kansas City to San Jose usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 San Jose?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Kansas City to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $352 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $552, 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.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 36m, compared with 5h 36m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 50m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and San Jose?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to San Jose 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $352 - 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 San Jose trip for February. Fares historically average $256 round-trip in that month - typically $451 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport

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