$60 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $60 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $120 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 24
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $140 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 22
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$152 Roundtrip, just found
$152
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $152 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$158 Roundtrip, just found
$158
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $158 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $160 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $162 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 28
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$163 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $163 found 14 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 8
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$168 Roundtrip, just found
$168
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $168 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 22
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$176 Roundtrip, just found
$176
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $176 just found
United
Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$292 Roundtrip, just found
$292
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $292 just found

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $96 - $181 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $376
BUR
Bob Hope
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $376
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $329
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $329
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
1360 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 25 mins

Kansas City to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles

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 Kansas City to Los Angeles are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles: 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 Kansas City to Los Angeles

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 Kansas City to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $60 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 Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
You can land affordable return tickets from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) starting at $104. Reserve your seat and be on your way. 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 MCI on August 16 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MCI to LAX?
The cheapest flights from MCI to LAX 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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can choose from 3 airlines that fly directly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MCI to LAX?
Take off from MCI to LAX with Spirit Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $44. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MCI on August 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
On average, there's only 1 nonstop flight operating from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) every day. If this doesn't fit your travel plans, think about flights with layovers. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between MCI and LAX are their busiest at 2 PM. For a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to LAX?
Sunday has the most flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The earliest flight leaving Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is at around 12:40PM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll land at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 2:25PM UTC-8. The total travel time is 3h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It takes around 3 hours and 46 minutes to fly the 1,350 mi from MCI to LAX.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to LAX?
Aeromexico has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with an on-time rating of 95%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you take off and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid potential delays on the Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures 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 Los Angeles from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you're departing on a direct flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles, you can touch down at either Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) or Bob Hope Airport (BUR).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from MCI to LAX just before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to LAX flight and hotel package?
Securing a MCI to LAX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you booked your MCI to LAX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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