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

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Popular airlines from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

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
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$120 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $120 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 15
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$131 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $131 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 6
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $137 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $139 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 8
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$144 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $144 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 4
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$144 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $144 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 20
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$149 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $149 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 3
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$177 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $177 found 2 days ago
United
Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 13
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$197 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $197 found 21 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 10
MCI
Kansas City
LAX
Los Angeles
$217 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Kansas City to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $217 found 4 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $97 - $273 per traveler.

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 $461
BUR
Bob Hope
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $461
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $315
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $315
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, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
1360 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 14 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 January. 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?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $60 or cheap return flight from $120 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Planning your getaway for January may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MCI and LAX. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines are go-to choices for flights between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your MCI to LAX flight.
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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