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Cheapest round-trip
$394
Typical prices: $401-$598
American Airlines
Tue 11/20Tue 12/4
MCI - SBP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$320
Typical prices: $285-$502
American Airlines
Wed 12/26
MCI - SBP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and San Luis Obispo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 38% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $397 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo (MCI-SBP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Dec 4
American Airlines Logo
6:34 am - 11:58 amMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 11:19 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
8h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$394American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 9:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 53m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:31 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
5h 31m1 stop Los Angeles
$394United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 11:58 amMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:32 pm - 12:36 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
10h 04m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 9:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 8:33 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 11:52 amMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 32m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 8:41 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
11h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 6:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
13h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:06 pm - 3:23 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
18h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$429Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 2:45 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
5h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$429United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 6:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
13h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:11 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
30h 48m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$431Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
8:01 am - 6:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
12h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:19 pm - 8:40 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
11h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 13m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 3:23 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MCI Kansas City
22h 12m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$573Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to San Luis Obispo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo typically range from $401 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $394, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo at $296 round-trip.
•April ($667) and March ($637) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 125% 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 Luis Obispo flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$320
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo

When to book flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo takes 00m, covering 1,447 miles.

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

    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 Luis Obispo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo range from $401 to $598, with an average of $480 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo 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 $394 to $2,053. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $701, which is 109% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP)?

    San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • National

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

    Flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Kansas City to San Luis Obispo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $606, a difference of $221.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 58m, compared with 6h 01m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 22m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City to San Luis Obispo 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $385, about $221 less than Monday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to San Luis Obispo trip for May. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $371 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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