Kansas City to San Francisco flights
Direct and connecting flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Kansas City to San Francisco take?
Flight time from Kansas City (MCI) to San Francisco (SFO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Kansas City to San Francisco?
Airline availability for MCI to SFO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Kansas City to San Francisco?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MCI to SFO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning MCI → SFO
MCI to SFO is a medium-haul route of 2,406 km (1,495 mi). See the return SFO → MCI route.
Alternative airports near Kansas City: Fort Leavenworth (FLV) — 19 km, Kansas City (MKC) — 22 km, Olathe (OJC) — 51 km.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.