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Cheapest round-trip
$306
Typical prices: $342-$556
Frontier
Fri 9/28Mon 10/1
SJC - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $218-$459
Frontier
Fri 9/21
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 • 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

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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1:38 pm - 9:45 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
6h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:30 pm - 12:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
16h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$306Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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2:15 pm - 11:58 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
19h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:37 pm - 1:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
25h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$314Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:05 am - 1:05 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:15 am - 3:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$364Southwest
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 18
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9:00 am - 4:45 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:45 pm - 9:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 25m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$364Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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5:13 pm - 12:15 amSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:03 pm - 10:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
8h 05m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$369Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:00 am - 2:42 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 42m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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5:59 pm - 9:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
$369Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 11:24 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:44 am - 1:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
9h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11
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12:02 pm - 11:24 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
9h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:24 pm - 10:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:00 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
11h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:24 pm - 8:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
5h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:10 pm - 11:52 pmSJC  San Jose-MCI Kansas City
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 1:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-SJC San Jose
6h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$434United 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 $306. 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 $306 on Frontier.

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

$125
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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Jose to Kansas City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Jose to Kansas City:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • 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 $280 to $1,332. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $183, which is 36% 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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