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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $342-$556
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/14Wed 10/17
SJC - MCI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$143
Typical prices: $218-$459
Frontier
Mon 9/17
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 • 39% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Portland (PDX)
Cheapest • Avg $276 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 35m (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

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
15h 26m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 1:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$305Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
Frontier Logo
9:02 pm - 11:58 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
12h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
1:37 pm - 1:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
25h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$342Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 7:35 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop San Diego
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 7:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$348Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 14
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 7:35 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop San Diego
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 6:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$352Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 4:54 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
8h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:03 pm - 7:52 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
$357Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
2:37 pm - 11:31 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
3:54 pm - 10:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 11:24 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 10:53 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 14
American Airlines Logo
1:01 pm - 12:21 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 6:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$362American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:22 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:39 amMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$447United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:00 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
11h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 5:32 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$452United 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 from San Jose to Kansas City 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 start at $305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $342 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Kansas City, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 70% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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.
  • July ($556) and March ($551) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% 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

February

Cheapest flight

$143
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the San Jose to Kansas City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $357 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $712, a difference of $355. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Kansas City takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $305 to $1,296. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $180, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 35m, compared with 5h 49m via San Diego (SAN) and 5h 51m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • 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 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

  • 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 $342 to $556, with an average of $417 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

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