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$99+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Austin (MCI - AUS)

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MCI — AUS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in July or May, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Austin (AUS). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$299
From Kansas City to Austin Bergstrom
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 8/45:40 amMCI - AUS
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Thu 8/79:40 pmAUS - MCI
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/186:29 pmMCI - AUS
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:06 pmAUS - MCI
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/195:45 amMCI - AUS
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Tue 7/225:35 amAUS - MCI
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/11$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/411:05 amMCI - AUS
1 stop23h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/97:15 amAUS - MCI
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/246:30 amMCI - AUS
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:15 pmAUS - MCI
2 stops7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2511:05 amMCI - AUS
2 stops23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/308:09 pmAUS - MCI
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$276
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/242:18 pmMCI - AUS
2 stops21h 19mFrontier
Thu 8/286:00 amAUS - MCI
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$334
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/243:37 pmMCI - AUS
2 stops22h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/276:00 amAUS - MCI
2 stops15h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$478

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Austin that are best for you.

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Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

5:40 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 8/7

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$197

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

5:45 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 43m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 9/2

8:53 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$217

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sat 7/19

5:45 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 7/22

5:35 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$237

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Fri 7/4

11:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop23h 20m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 7/9

7:15 am-2:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$246

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Wed 6/25

11:05 am-10:58 am

2 stops23h 53m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/30

8:09 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$276

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sun 8/24

6:15 am-10:58 am

1 stop4h 43m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 8/27

4:20 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$303

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sun 8/24

2:18 pm-11:37 am

2 stops21h 19m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$334

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sun 8/24

3:37 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-9:12 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$478

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Tue 8/19

7:05 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$99

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Wed 7/30

2:32 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 28m

$107

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Austin flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Austin trip
Airports
MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint has 16 lanes, ensuring quick passage. Wait times rarely exceed 5 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
AUS

For a quick ride to downtown Austin, use the CapMetro Route 20 bus from AUS, departing every 15 minutes during peak hours.

Read more about AUSby Ramsey Qubein
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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on AUS

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Austin

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Austin from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Austin

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Austin. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Austin. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Kansas City to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Kansas City to Austin by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Austin. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Austin ranges from 2.1 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Austin when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Austin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kansas City to Austin. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Austin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Kansas City to Austin?

    If you book a flight from Kansas City to Austin, you will be flying from Kansas City to Austin Bergstrom. Flights to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) from Kansas City (MCI) take 1h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Kansas City to Austin per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to Austin flight route?

    The Kansas City to Austin Bergstrom flight path was viewed by 7 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Austin is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $197 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $217 and $237 round-trip. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. American Airlines flights start at $108 while deals on United Airlines start at $109 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kansas City to Austin? While on average our users pay $332, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $102. The most popular route (Kansas City - Austin Bergstrom), is priced around $197.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Austin 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 Austin?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Kansas City to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Austin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Austin. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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