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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Typical prices: $350-$565
Alaska Airlines
Mon 1/8Sat 1/13
SJC - MCI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$124
Typical prices: $209-$464
Frontier
Tue 1/9
SJC - MCI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Kansas City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 44% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $351 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Kansas City (SJC-MCI)

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

Fri, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 13
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5:15 pm - 1:51 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
18h 36m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:47 pm - 10:41 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
21h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$253Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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11:22 am - 1:51 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
24h 29m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:47 pm - 10:42 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
21h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$288Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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5:15 pm - 1:51 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
18h 36m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:47 pm - 10:42 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
21h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$288Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 13
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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3:00 pm - 10:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$364Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:20 pm - 7:40 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 20m1 stop San Diego
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5:35 am - 11:20 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$364Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:35 am - 1:35 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:55 pm - 7:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$364Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 9:29 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:12 pm - 10:07 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
$369Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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4:54 pm - 12:17 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 23m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:20 pm - 10:13 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
10h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
12:59 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:48 pm - 9:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 49m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$380American Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
12:59 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:13 am - 12:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$438American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Kansas City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Kansas City typically range from $350 to $565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $253, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Kansas City. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Kansas City at $253 round-trip.
•December ($583) and February ($565) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Jose to Kansas City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$124
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Kansas City

When to book flights from San Jose to Kansas City

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Your San Jose to Kansas City flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Kansas City takes 00m, covering 1,474 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Kansas City range from $350 to $565, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose 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 $253 to $2,136. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Jose to Kansas City flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the San Jose to Kansas City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 33% 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 averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from San Jose to Kansas City usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from San Jose to Kansas City. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $712, a difference of $344.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 36m, compared with 5h 38m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 50m via San Diego (SAN).

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

    Kansas City is 2 hours ahead of San Jose (Central Time vs Pacific 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.

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

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

    • JetBlue: 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.

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