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$74+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tempe, AZ

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MCI — PHX
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Tempe are usually found in September or November, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas City to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$216
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$74
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$365
From Kansas City to Tempe
One-way flight from Kansas City to Tempe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/308:01 pmMCI - PHX
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Mon 7/79:32 amPHX - MCI
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:08 pmMCI - PHX
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:12 pmPHX - MCI
1 stop20h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$216
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3110:30 amMCI - PHX
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/49:32 amPHX - MCI
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/42:28 pmMCI - PHX
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/56:54 pmPHX - MCI
Nonstop2h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/237:10 pmMCI - PHX
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Sun 9/288:55 pmPHX - MCI
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:00 pmMCI - PHX
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Sat 10/185:20 pmPHX - MCI
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/1$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:00 amMCI - PHX
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/206:00 amPHX - MCI
2 stops8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$278

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Tempe 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Tempe that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Tempe

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Return

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Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Thu 10/16

8:08 pm-11:17 am

1 stop17h 09m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 10/19

12:12 pm-10:47 am

1 stop20h 35m

$216

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Thu 7/31

10:30 am-10:34 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 8/4

9:32 am-7:04 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$227

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Thu 8/21

2:18 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 8/24

10:45 am-1:33 pm

1 stop24h 48m

$230

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

2:28 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/5

6:54 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$253

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Tue 9/23

7:10 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 9/28

8:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$263

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Sat 10/11

6:15 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$273

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Wed 8/13

6:00 am-8:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$278

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

2:18 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$74

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-4:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$96

Kansas CityPhoenix

MCI - PHX

MCIPHX

Kansas City

Thu 7/31

10:30 am-10:34 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$104

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/30

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Tempe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Tempe. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Tempe, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from Kansas City to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCI to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Tempe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Tempe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Tempe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Tempe flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated July 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Tempe. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tempe from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tempe should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily outbound flights to Tempe from 6 different airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $74. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Tempe for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Tempe are American Airlines (86%), Alaska Airlines (82%) and Southwest (75%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $124. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $183 on average our data indicates $533 when flying from Kansas City to Tempe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Tempe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kansas City to Tempe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Tempe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kansas City to Tempe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Tempe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Tempe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from Kansas City to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to Tempe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Tempe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$104Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$264Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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