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$54 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kansas City

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Cheapest round-trip
$134
Overall average: $575
Frontier
Wed 3/4Mon 3/9
SFO - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$269
Typical prices: $482-$741
United Airlines
Sun 4/5Sat 4/11
SFO - MCI • Non-stop
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SFO offers curbside check-in for United and Delta.
At MCI, rideshare zones are easily accessible.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kansas City (SFO-MCI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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7:35 am - 3:44 pm
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8:38 pm - 8:09 pm
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25h 31m
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$134Frontier
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
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11h 33m
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4:39 pm - 12:28 am
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9h 49m
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$138Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
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10:46 pm - 9:56 am
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9h 10m
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8:41 pm - 12:28 am
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5h 47m
1 stop
$148Frontier
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 9
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8:58 am - 7:46 pm
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MCI
8h 48m
1 stop
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8:38 pm - 8:09 pm
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SFO
25h 31m
1 stop
$154Frontier
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
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7:35 am - 3:44 pm
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MCI
6h 09m
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7:00 am - 7:58 am
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SFO
26h 58m
1 stop
$155Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
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11:00 pm - 9:29 am
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MCI
8h 29m
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8:41 pm - 8:03 am
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13h 22m
1 stop
$159Frontier
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:53 pm - 11:33 pm
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MCI
26h 40m
2 stops
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8:38 pm - 8:09 pm
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25h 31m
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$162Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7
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8:58 am - 7:46 pm
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MCI
8h 48m
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8:40 pm - 9:48 am
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39h 08m
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$166Frontier
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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8:05 am - 5:59 pm
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7h 54m
1 stop
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10:55 am - 9:39 pm
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12h 44m
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$169Frontier
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8
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7:35 am - 3:44 pm
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MCI
6h 09m
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8:40 pm - 12:28 am
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29h 48m
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$171Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Kansas City flights

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

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Kansas City, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Kansas City, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City is July, where tickets cost $394 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $586 and $575 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Kansas City?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $355 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Kansas City

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$54
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Kansas City

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

  • What are some of the choices to make the trip from the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to the center of Kansas City after a flight?

    If you wish to utilize public transportation to make this trip, one option is to ride on the Line 229 bus operated by Ride KC, which can have you in the downtown area in 50 minutes. If you would prefer to take a taxi on this trip, you should expect to be driving for around 23 minutes.

  • Is it possible to find any hotels that have a location close to the terminal buildings at the Kansas City International Airport?

    One of the most convenient choices that sits right adjacent to the entryway to the airport is the Kansas City Airport Marriott, which features a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport.

  • If I plan on renting a car when I arrive at the Kansas City International Airport, where will I find my rental car company?

    All of the rental car companies have on-site customer service desks at this airport. To access all the rental car companies, passengers should make their way out of the baggage claim area and then look for the gray rental car shuttles that will stop at marked shelters on the medians outside of the terminal building.

  • If someone is going to come to pick me up at the Kansas City International Airport, where should I expect to meet them?

    All drivers should start their journey to the airport by parking in the cell phone waiting lot that has a location on Brasília Avenue. Not only does this lot offer drivers the ability to park for free for 45 minutes, but it also has the ability to charge electric cars. Once you are at the curb outside of your terminal with all of your bags, simply call your ride, and they can meet you curbside to pick you up. Make sure drivers understand they cannot park their cars or leave them unattended for any amount of time.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kansas City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Kansas City was $54 for a one-way ticket and $134 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Francisco to Kansas City. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Kansas City?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Kansas City, also known as Kansas City.

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

    JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Kansas City flight route.

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Kansas City?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Kansas City, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Kansas City are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $483 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $528 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $210 or less one-way and $364 or less round-trip.
  • When you are looking for a convenient way to get from downtown San Francisco to the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) before a flight without driving your car, one good choice is to take the Red or Yellow BART trains that can make this trip in around 30 minutes.
  • If someone is going to be dropping you off at the San Francisco International Airport before a flight, a really convenient place for them to drop you is at the Kiss and Fly drop-off point, which has a location right next to the rental car center. From this area, passengers can then board the Blue Line AirTrain to travel to any terminal building.
  • If you plan on taking a pet or a service animal with you through the San Francisco International Airport, a good thing to know about this airport is that you will find both outdoor and indoor pet relief areas, which include an indoor area in every terminal building.
  • When passengers are looking for the most effortless way to travel through the San Francisco International Airport, one option is to utilize the Airport Butler service that this airport offers. This service pairs a dedicated airport staff member with a customer and that staff member can assist the passenger with every aspect of the travel through the airport.
  • When you are a nursing mother that is traveling through the San Francisco International Airport, you will find that this airport offers 19 different lactation spaces, with 13 of these spaces being dedicated nursing rooms.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Kansas City

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4273 reviews
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8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

8.0 ExcellentJoseph, Jan 2026
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The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Everything went smoothly and we even arrived a little bit early.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

I am extremely disappointed that delta internal pilot manuals now refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the “gulf of America”. You can bow down to the Orange turd on your own. I will never fly delta again

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

The boarding process needs to be refined. Sometimes the gate crew calls out the zones and then flip to showing the.zones boarding on the gate monitor display. So, unless you are huddled around the gate lanes watching the monitor, you could miss your boarding zone. Suggest the zones be announced each time a new zone is allowed to board.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

It would be nice to have some low carb options in the snacks.

This flight captain and crew were amazing, started ahead of time of departure and reached 30 mins before arrival time. Amazing!

The entertainment options were at best, fair. It was exactly the same as my outbound flight. It would have been more entertaining if there were some series from Apple TV, HBO, Showtime or other carriers for me to catch up with.

The flight was on time and arrived early. The crew were friendly and helpful.

Overall experience was great. Flights were almost on time in departing and we arrived at our destination as scheduled. No issues with amenities or flight crew. Everything went well as as expected. Will fly again with American Airlines in the future!

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

The flight was smooth, the pilot kept us informed about delays and we arrived more of less on time

The flight was flawless and we even arrived between 20 and 25 minutes early!

Always seated jammed in rear of aircraft Admirals Club food at DFW terminal D was absolute worst food experience and I pay $600/year to eat this dried out junk

Mostly good. Flight was crowded but Airline personnel were very friendly & accommodating. It would be good to have savory snacks rather than just sweet Biscoff cookies.

Very well recently! Frontier is improving and less harrassing customer on luggages! Positive!

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent Frontier Airlines flight. I was charged $99 at the gate because my bag was said to be too large, yet once onboard there was no available overhead bin space, and I was required to place the bag under the seat in front of me anyway. This made the charge feel unnecessary and unfair. Additionally, before the flight even took off, I was asked to move from the seat I paid for into a middle seat so another passenger and her cat could have my seat to themselves. I was not offered compensation or an explanation for being moved from a paid seat. Between the unexpected bag fee and being forced to give up my seat, this experience fell well below acceptable customer service standards. I would appreciate a review of this situation and appropriate compensation.

It was costly and difficult to check in. $85 to take a small suitcase with me, carry on or checked and $75 on the return trip, Plus $25 if I didn't check my self in check in $25, because I couldn't do it on the kiosk. Small very uncomfortable seats, waited on the runway for near an hour each way. It was my worst flight to date.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

This airline sucks. They offer low rates then charge you for everything, the app does not work well, the seats are the most uncomfortable. Maintenance issues on the flight, and you still have to sit through their credit card commercials. People are nice enough but does not make up for overall poor experience.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

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