Cheap Flight Deals From Los Angeles (QLA) to Kansas City (MKC) Starting at $42

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Los Angeles to Kansas City

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$285 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kansas City Intl., returning Tue, Oct 10, priced at $285 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 2
SNA
John Wayne
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$493 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from John Wayne to Kansas City Intl., returning Mon, Oct 2, priced at $493 found 3 days ago
Sat, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 3
BUR
Hollywood Burbank
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$536 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$536
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sat, Sep 30 from Hollywood Burbank to Kansas City Intl., returning Tue, Oct 3, priced at $536 found 1 day ago
Sun, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 4
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$588 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$588
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 1 from Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. to Kansas City Intl., returning Wed, Oct 4, priced at $588 found 1 day ago

Airfares from $42 One Way, $90 Round Trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Prices starting at $90 for return flights and $42 for one-way flights to Kansas City were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 18
BUR
Burbank
MCI
Kansas City
$90 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 17 from Burbank to Kansas City, returning Wed, Oct 18, priced at $90 found 16 hours ago
Tue, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 17
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$90 Roundtrip, just found
$90
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 10 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Tue, Oct 17, priced at $90 just found
Tue, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 19
LAX
Los Angeles
MCI
Kansas City
$103 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 17 from Los Angeles to Kansas City, returning Thu, Oct 19, priced at $103 found 6 days ago
Sat, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 12
SNA
Orange County
MCI
Kansas City
$108 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 9 from Orange County to Kansas City, returning Tue, Dec 12, priced at $108 found 6 days ago
Sat, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 28
ONT
Ontario
MCI
Kansas City
$128 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 14 from Ontario to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $128 found 20 hours ago

More About Flying To Kansas City from Los Angeles

Route Information for Flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Origin Airport IATA Code
QLA
Destination Airport IATA Code
MKC
Distance
1360 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
KLM, Southwest Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Korean Air, Aeromexico, Spirit Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Earliest Flight Arrival
4:35PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:55AM UTC

Flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City

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Los Angeles Airport

The major airport serving Los Angeles and the surrounding area is the Los Angeles International Airport, better known as LAX. Located at 1 World Way, LAX is about 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles. The major domestic and international airlines providing service to the airport include Air Alaska, Southwest, Air Tran, US Airways, Sun Country, Hawaiian, Virgin Atlantic, and several more. Orbitz.com can compare the rates for most of these airlines, so you save time and money.

Airport Parking Information

LAX has many parking lots available to travelers. Long-term and short-term parking lots are available at different rates, and they range from $12 a day to $30 per day. Hourly parking is available for $2 an hour.

Transportation to the Airport

Travelers have several options to get to the airport that include LAX shuttles, buses, taxis, rental cars, and share-ride vans. Taxi fares average around $40 from LAX to downtown Los Angeles. Car rentals are available on Orbitz.com, where you will find the best rental rates available.

LAX Restaurant Information

The airport has an extensive list of snack and dining options. A short list of available restaurants includes McDonald's, Daily Grill, Starbucks, Panda Express, and Burger King. A wide variety of food choices are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Flying to Kansas City

Despite its name, Kansas City is not located in Kansas. It is the largest city in Missouri and handles a great deal of airport traffic from tourists and businesspeople. Let Orbitz.com help you find the best deals on flights to Kansas City and accommodations for your trip.

Airports in Kansas City

Kansas City International Airport handles all the air traffic in the area. It lies 15 miles northwest of downtown Kansas City and is served by Southwest Airlines and Republic Airlines. The airport offers free Wi-Fi and has a consolidated car-rental service. Orbitz.com can help you get the best deal on hundreds of flights through Kansas City's airport.

Transportation from the Airport

A public bus route stops at Terminal C and travels back and forth between it and the downtown bus stop. It costs $1.50 per trip. For travelers needing to go to nearby cities, such as St. Joseph, Columbia, or Topeka, a shuttle service is available. The airport is located next to I-29 and I-435. You can also get special package deals on rental cars by booking through Orbitz.com.

Weather in Kansas City

Because of its inland location, Kansas City has distinct seasons, with summertime temperatures averaging around 90 degrees. The weather is humid, and you can expect rain to occur mostly during the spring and summer. If you decide to visit in winter, expect to deal with temperatures dipping into the negatives in January. Tornadoes are also a common occurrence in late spring and early summer.

Destination Highlights

Kansas City is most famous for its barbeque cuisine. The American Royal hosts a barbeque contest each fall, making it a busy time for tourists from around the nation. Other tourist attractions include the Kansas City Blues and Jazz Festival, also held during late November.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City now?
Head to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most comprehensive info on travel restrictions and quarantine when catching a flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City.
Are there non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
Yes, if you’re heading from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.), you’ll only have one flight number to keep in mind. There are 3 airlines offering nonstop services to select from. Some of the best are:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Delta

What is the shortest flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
From Los Angeles, the thrilling sights and sounds of Kansas City are at least 3 hours and 45 minutes away. Lock in your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with extra legroom, and travel to your destination in total comfort.
What airlines fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City most frequently?
Consider booking a ticket with Spirit Airlines (NK), which frequently services this route. This airline operates 30 flights every month between LAX and MCI. Southwest Airlines (WN) also operates services from Los Angeles to Kansas City. It’s another great option and has 30 flights each month.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Kansas City?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Kansas City have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Kansas City with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Kansas City without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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