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$68+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Austin (MCI - AUS)

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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — AUS
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in May or April, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$68
(United Airlines)

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May

Average price

$331
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 September 17, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/156:00 amMCI - AUS
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/214:40 pmAUS - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$137
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/33:01 pmMCI - AUS
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Sun 10/56:30 amAUS - MCI
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/157:02 pmMCI - AUS
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Wed 10/226:00 amAUS - MCI
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/296:00 amMCI - AUS
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Mon 11/37:55 pmAUS - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/245:38 pmMCI - AUS
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/275:51 pmAUS - MCI
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 11/1910:44 amMCI - AUS
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/203:31 pmAUS - MCI
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/86:15 amMCI - AUS
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 11/1212:00 pmAUS - MCI
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$172
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/2511:55 amMCI - AUS
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Sat 11/15:40 amAUS - MCI
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/16$177

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Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Wed 10/15

7:02 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 31m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$146

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sat 11/8

3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 11/12

7:55 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$147

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Wed 10/29

1:40 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 11/3

6:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 25m

$167

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Thu 10/9

5:20 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/9

8:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop3h 40m

$167

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sat 10/25

11:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 11/1

5:40 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$177

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Fri 10/24

5:20 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 10/27

9:25 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$179

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Wed 11/19

6:40 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/20

5:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 00m

$179

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Fri 11/7

11:12 am-5:01 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 11/9

8:48 pm-9:04 am

1 stop12h 16m

$192

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Sat 10/25

7:02 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 31m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/26

10:11 am-7:53 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$196

Kansas CityAustin

MCI - AUS

MCIAUS

Kansas City

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$68

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 88 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Austin (average of $285). 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 September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% 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 September 14, 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Austin. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 50m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Kansas City to Austin per day from 4 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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Austin in 2h. Fly via Frontier or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 650 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $179 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $188 and $190 round-trip. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $284, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Kansas City - Austin Bergstrom), is priced around $147.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Austin (average of $285). 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 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Austin

Discover the top 4 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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