$47 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Kansas City (SAN-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $47 for one-way flights and $106 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$106 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $106 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Wed, May 21
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$107 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $107 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Tue, May 13
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$130 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $130 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Sat, Jun 7
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$133 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $133 found 13 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Tue, May 13
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$139 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $139 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Sat, May 17
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$142 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $142 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 21
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$170 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 19 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $170 found 10 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
CLD
Carlsbad
MCI
Kansas City
$224 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from Carlsbad to Kansas City, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $224 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 23
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $244 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Jul 11 - Tue, Jul 15
SAN
San Diego
MCI
Kansas City
$249 Roundtrip, just found
$249
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from San Diego to Kansas City, returning Tue, Jul 15, priced at $249 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Cheap return flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) start at $376. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving SAN on May 13 2025 and touching down at MCI. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to MCI?
The cheapest flights from SAN to MCI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Jump on a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to MCI?
Jet off from SAN to MCI with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $177. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on June 4 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
On average, just 1 nonstop flight departs each day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). Need other options? Use our filter tool to discover flights with layovers and add a new stop to your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
More passengers fly between SAN and MCI at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to MCI?
Depart on a Sunday if you’re looking for the largest selection of flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The first flight of the day departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 8:20AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) at approximately 1:25PM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 3h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Flights from SAN to MCI have an average travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 1,350 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to MCI?
Alaska Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), with an on-time score of 88%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you head off and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To arrive at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) without delays, book a flight that leaves San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kansas City from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is the only airport in Kansas City with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Check out the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAN to MCI are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start looking for flights well ahead of time. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to MCI flight and hotel package?
Securing a SAN to MCI flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
It’s usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SAN to MCI flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.
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