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Cheapest round-trip
$373
Typical prices: $461-$718
Delta
Sun 10/7Sat 10/13
SJO - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$225
Typical prices: $269-$401
United Airlines
Sun 1/14
SJO - MCI • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Kansas City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg $463 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 8h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Kansas City (SJO-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Kansas City

Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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1:25 pm - 11:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 1:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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1:25 pm - 11:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 12:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:00 am - 8:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
13h 55m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
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5:17 pm - 1:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
$386American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:00 am - 10:59 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
15h 59m1 stop Miami
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6:44 pm - 2:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
$386American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17
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6:00 am - 11:23 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
16h 23m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:20 pm - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$434American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 17
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3:01 pm - 8:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
28h 54m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
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7:12 pm - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$496GOL
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:28 pm - 9:51 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
22h 23m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 8:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$497United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:25 pm - 11:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 12:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$498Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:25 pm - 10:26 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
20h 01m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 7:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$512United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:25 pm - 10:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MCI Kansas City
8h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:45 pm - 7:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$512United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Kansas City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Kansas City start at $373. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $461 to $718. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $373 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Kansas City, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Kansas City at $433 round-trip.
•July ($839) and June ($663) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Kansas City are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Kansas City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$225
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San José to Kansas City

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

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Kansas City takes 0h 00m, covering 2,124 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Round-trip flights from San José to Kansas City range from $461 to $718, with an average of $575 over the past 12 months. Anything below $461 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 65% above the route average of $575. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San José 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 $373 to $2,513. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $282, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from San José to Kansas City usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San José to Kansas City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $490 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $684, a difference of $194. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 19m, compared with 8h 31m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 45m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

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

Your guide to booking San José 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $490 - about $194 less than Thursday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Kansas City trip for September. Fares historically average $433 round-trip in that month - typically $406 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.
    - Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport

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