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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Typical prices: $318-$483
Alaska Airlines
Sun 1/7Fri 1/12
MCI - SJC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $213-$476
Frontier
Sat 12/22
MCI - SJC • 1 stop
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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February
Cheapest • 35% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (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

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 2:02 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
23h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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5:47 pm - 3:26 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
19h 39m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$253Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29
Frontier Logo
1:00 pm - 5:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
5:59 pm - 12:15 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
16h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$268Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
Frontier Logo
1:29 pm - 3:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
28h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:48 pm - 2:42 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
20h 54m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$273Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 12:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
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2:45 pm - 12:30 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
7h 45m1 stop San Diego
$344Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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2:55 pm - 7:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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12:20 pm - 7:40 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 20m1 stop San Diego
$360Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 7:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 7:40 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 20m1 stop San Diego
$360Southwest
Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
7:02 am - 1:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 2:58 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$369Delta
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 1:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:37 pm - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
7h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$369Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 9:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
11h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 4:13 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$382United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
United Airlines Logo
5:13 pm - 8:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 am - 9:46 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
11h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$388United Airlines
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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 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 typically range from $318 to $483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $253, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to San Jose. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s 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 October ($526) 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

November

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to San Jose

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 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 $318 to $483, with an average of $395 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 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 $253 to $1,918. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $175, which is 41% 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 averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • 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 (LAX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Kansas City to San Jose. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $352 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $466, a difference of $114.

    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 Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 5h 37m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 38m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • 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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $352, about $114 less than Thursday fares (24% 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
    • Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
    • Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

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