Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City (MCI) from $49

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — MCI
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from Chicago to Kansas City are usually found in August or February, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City (MCI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$94
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kansas City?

Travelers have found that booking a Wednesday departure is the best way to save up to 27% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Kansas City (CHI - MCI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Kansas City in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Chicago and Kansas City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Chicago to Kansas City. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 5/36:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/57:10 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$139
Fri 4/126:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/146:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$148
Wed 4/108:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/178:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$157
Tue 4/168:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/208:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$158
Thu 5/96:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$160
Wed 4/1012:45 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/126:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$167
Mon 4/156:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/208:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$168
Thu 4/116:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/126:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$177
Tue 4/166:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/216:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$178

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Chicago and Kansas City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've found from Chicago to Kansas City. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 4/136:49 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/156:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$166
Fri 4/129:25 pmORD - MCI
1 stop19h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/156:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$175
Wed 4/105:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/156:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$180
Wed 4/105:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/172:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$185
Mon 4/87:50 pmORD - MCI
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/102:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$189
Mon 4/1510:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops23h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/226:40 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$190
Tue 4/1610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/226:40 pmMCI - ORD
3 stops35h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$193
Tue 3/2610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$293
Tue 3/2610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
2 stops16h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$307

Cheap Chicago to Kansas City flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Kansas City specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Kansas City in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Sat 4/133:21 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/156:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/287:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$119
Sat 4/203:23 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$125
Sat 4/203:21 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$126
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/266:27 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/285:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Sat 4/133:23 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/156:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$136
Tue 4/168:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/196:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$137

Chicago to Kansas City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Kansas City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Kansas City in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Sat 4/133:21 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/156:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/287:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$119
Sat 4/203:23 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$125
Sat 4/203:21 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$126
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/266:27 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/285:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Sat 4/133:23 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/156:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$136
Tue 4/168:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/196:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$137

Non-stop flights to Kansas City from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Kansas City. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Chicago to Kansas City. Search for alternative flights from Chicago to Kansas City by utilizing the search form above.
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Sat 4/133:21 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/156:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/287:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$119
Tue 4/168:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/196:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$137
Sun 4/148:25 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/167:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$138
Fri 5/36:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/57:10 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$139
Fri 4/126:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/146:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$148
Wed 4/108:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/178:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$157
Tue 4/168:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/208:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$158

Chicago to Kansas City flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Kansas City for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Chicago to Kansas City departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Tue 3/2610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$293
Tue 3/2610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
2 stops16h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$307
Mon 3/259:14 amMDW - MCI
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Tue 3/268:40 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$323
Tue 3/267:54 pmORD - MCI
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$328
Fri 3/297:54 pmORD - MCI
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/35:07 amMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$339
Fri 3/297:50 pmORD - MCI
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/35:07 amMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$345
Tue 3/2610:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/25:00 amMCI - ORD
3 stops27h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$355
Sun 3/2410:57 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop17h 18mFrontier
Tue 3/268:40 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$368
Fri 3/297:50 pmORD - MCI
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/37:00 amMCI - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$378

One-way flights to Kansas City from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Chicago to Kansas City can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Chicago to Kansas City should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 4/108:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$49
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$50
Wed 4/175:30 amMDW - MCI
1 stop27h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$73
Wed 4/176:27 pmORD - MCI
1 stop14h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$73
Sat 5/185:56 pmORD - MCI
1 stop14h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$74
Sat 4/209:55 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$77
Sat 4/206:30 amMDW - MCI
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/18$78
Wed 4/106:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/17$78
Wed 4/176:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$80

Find flights from Chicago to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kansas City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$99 - $239

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/20

Nonstop1h 34m

Kansas City

Tue 4/23

Nonstop1h 35m

$99

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/13

Nonstop1h 32m

Kansas City

Mon 4/15

Nonstop1h 34m

$117

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/24

Nonstop1h 34m

Kansas City

Sun 4/28

Nonstop1h 35m

$119

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/3

Nonstop1h 37m

Kansas City

Sun 5/5

Nonstop1h 36m

$139

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/12

Nonstop1h 37m

Kansas City

Sun 4/14

Nonstop1h 36m

$148

Chicago MidwayKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/30

1 stop6h 02m

Kansas City

Wed 5/1

1 stop6h 25m

$156

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/13

1 stop9h 57m

Kansas City

Mon 4/15

1 stop14h 58m

$166

Chicago MidwayKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/4

1 stop9h 37m

Kansas City

Tue 4/9

1 stop9h 21m

$205

Chicago MidwayKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/20

1 stop22h 54m

Kansas City

Tue 4/23

1 stop16h 31m

$239

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/18

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Kansas City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Kansas City by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Kansas City by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Kansas City is currently $70 while a round-trip flight costs $154. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City (average of $296). Flying from Chicago to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$296

February

$308

March

$337

April

$335

May

$346

June

$387

July

$363

August

$304

September

$306

October

$312

November

$318

December

$322

Temperature and rainfall in Kansas City by month

Plan your trip to Kansas City by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MKC

Temperature

28.4 - 78.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kansas City. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.5
Good
1,078 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
15,298 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from Chicago?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kansas City from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Kansas City (MCI) should be relatively easy as there are 27 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $99, but on average you can expect to pay $137.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Kansas City under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Kansas City is less than $157.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Kansas City for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Kansas City within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Kansas City?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago to Kansas City on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 3 flights from Chicago to Kansas City a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 33% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Kansas City?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Chicago to Kansas City in just under 1h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 28m. The distance between Chicago and Kansas City is about 404 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Kansas City is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $99 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $139 and $156 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Kansas City for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Kansas City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $73 and Delta from $78 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Kansas City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Kansas City consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (100%), GoJet (100%) or Cathay Pacific (100%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kansas City?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Kansas City is $48. On average you can expect to pay $294. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $156.

  • What does ORD to MCI mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while MCI stands for Kansas City Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$125Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$250Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Kansas City

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9%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
44%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
23%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
24%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Kansas City

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Sunday31daily flights
Monday40daily flights
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Friday39daily flights
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