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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $343-$464
American Airlines
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
MCI - SRQ • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$520
Typical prices: $557-$1,097
Southwest
Sun 2/25Thu 3/1
MCI - SRQ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Sarasota. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Sarasota (MCI-SRQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Sarasota

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 11:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 41m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
5:44 am - 9:46 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$295American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 11:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 41m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 12:36 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$295American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
8:15 pm - 12:45 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$295Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
5:41 pm - 12:30 amMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:05 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:44 am - 9:46 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 11:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
10h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 10:30 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
$320Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
7:36 am - 3:38 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 2:45 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
9h 45m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$320United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 2:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
4h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 1:45 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 45m2 stops Orlando Lambert-St Louis
$340Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 9:22 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
7h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:24 pm - 11:56 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$347Delta
Fri, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 9:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
7h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 11:44 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Sarasota flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Sarasota typically range from $343 to $464. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on American Airlines.

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

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 Sarasota. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Sarasota?

•January and April are the cheapest months to fly from Kansas City to Sarasota at $356 round-trip.
•November ($572) and August ($476) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kansas City to Sarasota the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Sarasota are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Sarasota

 
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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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SRQ

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Kansas City to Sarasota flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$148
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Sarasota

When to book flights from Kansas City to Sarasota

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

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:05 am and lands at 1:35 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:05 am and lands at 1:35 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 30m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Sarasota takes 2h 30m, covering 1,078 miles.

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

    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 Sarasota flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Sarasota range from $343 to $464, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Sarasota flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $383 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $356 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $1,097 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Sarasota?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $90–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Sarasota 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 $295 to $2,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Sarasota are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ)?

    Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $55 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Sarasota usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Kansas City to Sarasota. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $365 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $393, a difference of $28.

    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 airlines fly from Kansas City to Sarasota?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Kansas City and Sarasota.

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

    Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 59m, compared with 5h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 13m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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

    Sarasota is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sarasota?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sarasota are Sarasota Opera and Sarasota Woman's Club. These are among the most viewed places in Sarasota on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kansas City to Sarasota flights?

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Sarasota flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Sarasota flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Sarasota 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 $365, about $28 less than Thursday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Sarasota trip for January. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $216 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $356 round-trip on this route - about $740 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 Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport.

    • Kompose Boutique Hotel
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
    • Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Bradenton-Airport

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