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Cheapest round-trip
$244
Typical prices: $405-$617
Frontier
Mon 9/17Mon 9/24
OAK - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$123
Typical prices: $192-$344
Frontier
Mon 10/1
OAK - MCI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Kansas City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $289 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Kansas City (OAK-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Kansas City

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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6:51 pm - 9:45 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
24h 54m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:30 pm - 9:22 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
12h 52m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$244Frontier
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:17 am - 9:45 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
9h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:30 pm - 11:51 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
15h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$247Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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6:51 pm - 9:45 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
24h 54m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:30 pm - 5:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
21h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$257Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:55 pm - 11:55 amOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
16h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:37 pm - 9:23 amMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
21h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$277Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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12:10 pm - 10:35 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
8h 25m1 stop Houston Hobby
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12:45 pm - 5:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$333Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 10
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8:10 am - 5:00 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
6h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:00 pm - 7:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
5h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$333Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 15
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7:50 am - 4:55 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:55 pm - 11:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$333Southwest
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
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5:00 pm - 9:22 amOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
14h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:59 pm - 11:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$351Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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5:02 pm - 12:17 amOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:59 pm - 11:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$359Delta
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:00 am - 2:14 pmOAK  Oakland-MCI Kansas City
6h 14m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:59 pm - 11:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-OAK Oakland
7h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$359Delta
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Kansas City start at $244. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $405 to $617. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $244 on Frontier.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Kansas City, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 89% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Kansas City at $391 round-trip.
  • December ($610) and January ($609) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% 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 Oakland to Kansas City

 
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.

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.

Key details for Oakland to Kansas City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$123
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Oakland to Kansas City

When to book flights from Oakland to Kansas City

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for couples and partners who travel together year-round?

    Holidaymakers and passionate travelers flying with their companions will find the Companion Pass of Southwest Airlines a beneficial perk. After earning the Companion Pass, your partner will fly almost for free for the rest of the year and next year – only taxes and optional fees will apply. You are allowed to change your friend or spouse thrice a year.

  • Which airline offers the most spacious seats?

    Enjoy the comfort of a wide armrest (17 inches) on a standard economy flight with Alaska Airlines and 21 inches with a 41-inch pitch on First Class. Compared to other airlines, you get four inches more legroom. You may book a seat with more legroom to stretch. Seatbelts are about 46 inches, and there’s an option to request extra coverage (25 inches) except in the exit rows.

  • What’s the best way to expedite my security checks at Oakland International Airport (OAK)?

    Your process through security should be a breeze if you enroll in CLEAR with Delta. All you need is a fingerprint or eye scan. Alternatively, apply for a TSA PreCheck to speed up the procedure – Delta partners with TSA. You don’t need to show your ID or scan your boarding pass. Facial matching technology allows you to check your luggage, pass through security, and board a plane hands-free.

  • Can I rebook my flight to save my budget?

    As the most pocket-friendly airline serving the OAK-MCI route, Southwest Airlines allows rebooking the same flight. Be on the lookout for their regular fare sale. Some days, you will find the same flight going for less. Suppose the fare drops and you rebook the same flight – you will get the difference as a refund or credit.

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

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

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

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

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $289 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $578 for nonstop.

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

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Salt Lake City (SLC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the Oakland to Kansas City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $416 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $933, a difference of $517. 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 Kansas City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Country Club Plaza and Kansas City Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

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

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

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

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

    • 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 Oakland to Kansas City?

    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 Oakland to Kansas City 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 $244 to $1,516. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Oakland to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 5h 32m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and 5h 42m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Avis
    · Alamo
    · Sixt

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

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Kansas City range from $405 to $617, with an average of $493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $405 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Oakland to Kansas City 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $416 - about $517 less than Monday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Kansas City trip for August. Fares historically average $391 round-trip in that month - typically $219 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $289 round-trip on this route - about $289 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 Kansas City Airport.
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    - Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport
  • Possible stopovers between Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) include Long Beach Airport (LGB), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Spirit and Frontier Airlines can have two: LAS and Denver International Airport (DEN).
  • Suppose a smaller, easier-to-navigate terminal is more convenient for you. Starting your journey from Oakland international airport (OAK) instead of the nearby San Francisco Airport (SFO) is worth it. At OAK, you will find budget-friendly airlines like Southwest and internationally renowned carriers like Alaska and Delta.
  • When traveling as a family with lots of luggage, use an airline with a favorable baggage policy like Southwest. Each passenger is entitled to two free checked bags (max weight 50 lbs and size 62”). They don’t charge baggage fees for a baby stroller or car seat, which is a relief for mothers. Snowboards weighing less than 50 lbs do not count against the carry-on baggage allowance.
  • Travel hassle-free and save time at the airport with Spirit Airlines online check-in. Download and print your boarding pass earlier. Once you arrive at OAK airport, use the self-service check-in desk, or seek assistance from their customer service agents.
  • Ensure safe travel for your minors by booking a flight with a kid-friendly carrier like Delta Air Lines, which charges a fixed fee for up to four kids aged 5-14. The service is optional for 15 to 17-year-olds. The airline staff escorts unaccompanied minors onto the aircraft during pre-boarding and gives them barcoded wristbands, SkyKids video games, and snacks to make their trip safe and comfortable. Once they arrive at MCI, they hand off your child to the person receiving them, who must show their photo ID.

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