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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $384-$236
Delta
Tue 10/6Tue 10/27
SMF - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$373
Southwest
Thu 8/13Mon 8/17
SMF - MCI • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $217 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheapest • Avg $216 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Kansas City (SMF-MCI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Kansas City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Kansas City

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
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9:45 am - 5:22 pm
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MCI
5h 37m
1 stop
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7:00 am - 2:07 pm
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9h 07m
1 stop
$217Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 26
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9:45 am - 5:22 pm
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MCI
5h 37m
1 stop
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3:45 pm - 10:16 pm
MCI
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SMF
8h 31m
1 stop
$221Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:21 am
SMF
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MCI
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 12:24 pm
MCI
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SMF
6h 54m
1 stop
$225Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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1:30 pm - 10:50 pm
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MCI
7h 20m
1 stop
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8:25 pm - 12:05 am
MCI
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SMF
5h 40m
1 stop
$228Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 3:39 pm
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MCI
5h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:13 pm - 10:59 pm
MCI
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SMF
7h 46m
2 stops
$230United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:21 am
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MCI
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
3:45 pm - 10:16 pm
MCI
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SMF
8h 31m
1 stop
$238Delta
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
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1:05 pm - 8:55 pm
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MCI
5h 50m
1 stop
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11:10 am - 4:20 pm
MCI
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7h 10m
2 stops
$242Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:21 am
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MCI
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:07 pm
MCI
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SMF
9h 07m
1 stop
$250Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:21 am
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MCI
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:07 pm
MCI
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SMF
9h 07m
1 stop
$254Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
United Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 11:30 pm
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MCI
5h 13m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:04 pm
MCI
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SMF
7h 44m
1 stop
$255United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Kansas City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Kansas City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City departing in October.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Kansas City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Kansas City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Sacramento to Kansas City, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Kansas City back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Kansas City is January, where tickets cost $254 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $429 and $354 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Kansas City, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Kansas City

 
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John Walton

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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.

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Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento 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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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Kansas City

  • What is the best means of transport from Kansas City International Airport to the city center?

    Taxis provide the quickest transportation from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to the city's central business district.

  • Are there rental car services inside Kansas City International Airport?

    There are different rental car companies which include Enterprise, Alamo, and Budget. These rental cars can be found at the garage side of the airport.

  • Are there hotels near Sacramento International Airport?

    There is, in fact, a hotel in the vicinity of the SMF airport. One of the most convenient places to stay is the Four Points by Sheraton Sacramento International Airport, a well-known hotel with three stars that provides a free airport shuttle service. It is around 3.8 miles from Sacramento International Airport . You can avoid the morning rush to the airport for your flight.

  • Are there parking services at Sacramento International Airport?

    Parking at Sacramento International Airport is possible in one of five main lots: The Parking Garage and Hourly Parking. There are both short-term and long-term parking choices in the Parking Garage, a multi-story parking structure conveniently situated near Terminal A.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City was $95 for a one-way ticket and $217 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Kansas City?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    JetBlue, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Kansas City, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    There are nonstop flights from Sacramento to Kansas City on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Kansas City, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Kansas City are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $377 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $282 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Kansas City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kansas City with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and MCI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Kansas City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kansas City from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $334 or less one-way and $486 or less round-trip.
  • While you are at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), make a stop at Escape Lounges, a Centurion Studio Partner, for some nibbles and beverages in an atmosphere that is at once contemporary and relaxed. You have access to lounges that may help you rest and unwind, whether you want to catch up on emails while drinking piping hot coffee or take your time savoring a leisurely meal.
  • Private rooms are specially created for nursing mothers located in both terminals of the SMF airport. These rooms are located behind the security checkpoint near the boarding gates, and next to the women's amenities. The rooms are spacious, and in addition to a basin and a chair, each has electrical outlets for pumping breast milk.
  • At SMF, two dedicated pet relief areas are in separate terminals for passengers traveling with pets. Pre-security pet relief for Terminal B is located outside to the right of the building, next to the curb where travelers are picked up and dropped off. If you need to take your pet to the potty after clearing security, you may do so at Terminal B on the east side (on the right after the TSA screening), near Gate B11.
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) has a shuttle bus system that operates between two terminals, B and C, which have undergone partial renovations. A good selection of restaurants and stores can be found at both airports, with the majority on the landside. Airside might seem cramped due to the terminal buildings' tiny size. The process of going through security may be time-consuming and hectic. Passengers must re-clear security while changing terminals.
  • MCI and SMF are committed to providing their passengers with the highest quality service possible. Passengers may take advantage of several amenities as they wait for their flights or make their way through the terminals. Wheelchair rentals and airport maps are only two instances of such assistance. Before, during, and after your flight, an airport staff member is ready to answer any questions and help you with any problems you may have.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Sacramento to Kansas City

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4237 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
SMF - LAS
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Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

Comfortable. Easy. No problems. Just wish they had gf options for snacks.

The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

I have roller bag with food and medication told me I couldn't bring on my 2nd flight today. 15 years flying with SW never an issue with that bag.

Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

Long story short, it was one of the better flight experiences I've had in some time when compared with other airlines.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Loved the crew! Sucks that we went from 1 hour and 8 minute layover to a 3 hour layover. But weather sucks like that.

Fast, lovely scenery, great info on the Delta flight screen about landmarks we were flying over. Great landing!

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

I took seat 15A in anticipation of window seat, there is no window.

Flight late, the waited for a long time for “personal” to arrive at gate to dock the plane in Rochester. So annoying. This flight was expected, why aren’t personel available for the jet bridge?

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

Flight was delayed but more than 90 minutes. This caused me to miss my available windows for pick-up by a friend. I had to pay $125 for an uber back home from the airport which was an added expense that I had not budgeted for my trip. Staff was friendly.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

My service dog and I were asked to deplane just before they closed the door - clearly very last minute they couldn’t find the documentation that I have filled out many many times before that is for flying service animals. I purposely purchase 3seats (a whole row) since he is large and not all passengers want to sit next to a dog on a cross country flight. The plane departed with my husband on it!!! They made me fill out a hard copy of the same form and had to reschedule me on a later flight where they could find 3 seats together!! I’ve done this so many times before - clearly the error was on their part in a technology glitch - but really people - do better!! Very traumatic - and my husband had to wait for us when he landed ….so bad. Poor pup was confused and tired.

Late plane. Only one crew on the ground so we b had to wait for Denver flight to come in, board, and depart. At 78 yrs of age I was not pleased trying to get my connection. What really made me angry was the notification you sent me to hurry up or I would miss my connection. Why tell me to hurry up when you got me in late. It was not a good way of treating customers.

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

Our flight from JFK to Madrid was delayed. We had to go from one side of the Madrid airport (Terminal 4s to the far end of terminal 4 - Gate K98) to our gate in less than 30 minutes. Put passport control and security/baggage check and that’s very hard unless you’re Usain Bolt. I called Iberia Airlines and the telephone customer service told me that I was going to have to pay to re-book. Luckily the help desk in the airport (who was dealing with dozens of people from the same JFK-Madrid flight) did not charge us extra to reschedule to a flight 8 hours later. They also gave us a voucher for breakfast and lunch. Glad the actual person at the airport had some actual sense.

Take-off delayed an hour because of a missing flight officer, so,arrived in Charlotte lates causing many passengers to miss connections. Otherwise a very good flight, safe and comfortable, with an excellent professional crew.

The flight from LA to Chicago was smooth and service was very good overall.

Ontario airport boarding was very easy to park and access, is clean and TSA took 10 minutes total. Check-in was a breeze and cruise was very nice.

Left early arrived early..right amount of talking from pilots..of course had to love the biscuit and water!

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

On time departure and early arrival. Flight attendant very nice.

Flight was 3 hours delayed. They gave our plan to two other routes. Need to knock that off.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

Was not able to do a online check-in because the American Airlines system doesn't store our visa or other passport information, allowing us to have a trouble-free check-in. We were forced to have to check-in at the counter which Changes are upgrade status given that we were not able to check in much earlier.

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