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Cheapest round-trip
$269
Typical prices: $352-$565
American Airlines
Tue 1/9Fri 1/12
SJC - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $210-$464
Southwest
Sun 11/25
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 • 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

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:17 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 2:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$269American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 10:05 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 am - 11:00 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby
$269Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
4:19 pm - 11:48 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 10:09 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 9:27 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 11:55 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$269Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Frontier Logo
2:41 pm - 11:55 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
19h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
1:37 pm - 1:46 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
26h 09m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$270Frontier
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 11:52 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 9:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$274United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 3:30 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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7:05 pm - 10:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$274Southwest
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 11:50 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 3:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$274American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
12:58 pm - 11:36 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 38m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 2:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$274American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 4:10 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 10:30 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$288Southwest
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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 $269, on American 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 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

$135
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop 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 $269 to $1,663. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 $160, which is 39% 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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