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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $352-$565
Frontier
Tue 11/13Thu 11/15
SJC - MCI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$171
Typical prices: $210-$464
Frontier
Fri 11/16
SJC - MCI • 2 stops
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 • 43% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $365 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 38m (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, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:07 pm - 7:47 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
20h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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8:43 pm - 8:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
25h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$309Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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2:41 pm - 2:45 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
22h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:29 pm - 3:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
28h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$313Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:20 pm - 7:40 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 20m1 stop San Diego
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5:30 pm - 9:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$364Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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4:45 pm - 11:55 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:00 am - 11:20 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 am - 2:47 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 47m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 1:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$369Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 11:55 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:40 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
12:58 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 26m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 am - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:58 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 26m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:20 am - 12:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$380American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Frontier Logo
9:07 pm - 7:47 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
20h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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8:43 pm - 8:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
25h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$385Frontier
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:30 pm - 9:29 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 2:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$401Delta
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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 $352 to $565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309, on Frontier.

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 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 60% 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 ($566) and July ($556) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% 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

$171
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% 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 $352 to $565, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 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 $309 to $2,031. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $190, which is 28% 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 $31 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) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% 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 38m, compared with 5h 44m 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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