$50 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City (LAX-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $50 for one-way flights and $100 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$100 Roundtrip, just found
$100
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $100 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$105 Roundtrip, just found
$105
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $105 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 24
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $110 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 28
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $115 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 31
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $120 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 29
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$125 Roundtrip, just found
$125
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 14 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $125 just found
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$128 Roundtrip, just found
$128
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $128 just found
United
Tue, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$240 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $240 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$256 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $256 found 5 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 5
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$417 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $417 found 23 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $95 - $166 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$100
Distance
1360 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 56 mins

Los Angeles to Kansas City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Kansas City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $50 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Kansas City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Kansas City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting from $100 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving LAX on July 30 2025 and touching down at MCI. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to MCI?
The cheapest flights from LAX 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
You can pick from 3 carriers that fly directly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). Including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to MCI?
Right now, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from LAX to MCI is Spirit Airlines. You can take off on this route from $50. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on September 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs each day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). Looking for more options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The 8 AM departures from LAX to MCI see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to MCI?
Sunday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 8:18AM UTC-8, departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You'll be flying for approximately 3h 14m, arriving at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) at approximately 1:32PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
It takes around 3 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 1,350 mi from LAX to MCI.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to MCI?
Consider traveling with Aeromexico if you'd like to fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Explore your flight options from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). This is the only Kansas City airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from LAX to MCI right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to MCI flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a LAX to MCI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you reserved your LAX to MCI flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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