Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (CHI) 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 4/16. 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.
MCI — CHI
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from Kansas City to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (CHI). 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

June

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$98
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
From Kansas City to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Kansas City to Chicago (CHI)

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

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 22% on the overall cost on flights from Kansas City to Chicago.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Kansas City in February are about $756 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $209.

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

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from Kansas City to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Chicago. 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.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Kansas City to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 4/167:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/238:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Wed 4/177:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/135:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$108
Thu 5/165:40 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/183:40 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$119
Tue 4/166:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:35 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$125
Wed 4/106:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:05 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Sat 4/205:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/223:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127
Thu 4/186:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$135

Cheap United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Chicago. 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.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Kansas City to Chicago. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 5/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/66:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Thu 5/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/56:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Fri 4/196:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/216:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$139
Tue 4/98:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/98:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$157
Tue 5/76:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/307:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$158
Sat 4/208:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/146:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$159
Mon 4/86:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/156:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$177
Sat 4/208:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/176:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$179
Sun 4/216:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/286:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$199

Cheap Kansas City to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Chicago 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.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Kansas City to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/167:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/238:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Wed 4/176:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/135:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$108
Wed 4/106:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/176:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$119
Tue 4/166:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:35 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$125
Wed 4/106:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:05 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Sat 4/205:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/223:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127
Thu 4/186:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$135

Kansas City to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kansas City and Chicago 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.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Kansas City to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/167:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/238:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Wed 4/176:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/135:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$108
Thu 5/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/66:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Wed 4/106:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/176:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$119
Tue 4/166:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:35 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$125
Wed 4/106:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:05 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Sat 4/205:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/223:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Kansas City

Discover non-stop flight options from Kansas City to Chicago. 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.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Kansas City to Chicago. If you're looking for other options for flights from Kansas City to Chicago, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 4/167:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/238:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Wed 4/176:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:15 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/138:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/135:43 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/208:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$108
Thu 5/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/66:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$117
Wed 4/106:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/176:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$119
Thu 5/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/56:30 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Wed 4/106:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/118:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$137
Sat 4/206:40 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/228:41 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$138

Kansas City to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Kansas City to Chicago 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 Kansas City to Chicago departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 3/2612:21 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/912:51 pmORD - MCI
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$239
Tue 3/268:40 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Sat 3/309:14 amMDW - MCI
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$248
Tue 3/2610:45 amMCI - ORD
2 stops13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/98:42 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$270
Mon 3/255:15 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
Sat 3/309:14 amMDW - MCI
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$271
Tue 3/2610:45 amMCI - ORD
2 stops13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/910:00 pmORD - MCI
2 stops15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$292
Tue 3/2610:45 amMCI - ORD
2 stops13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/93:22 pmORD - MCI
3 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$310
Tue 3/2610:45 amMCI - ORD
2 stops13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/307:50 pmORD - MCI
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$338
Tue 3/268:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/98:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$350
Tue 3/2610:45 amMCI - ORD
2 stops13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/2912:51 pmORD - MCI
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$358

One-way flights to Chicago from Kansas City

Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Chicago. 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.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Kansas City to Chicago. Those needing a return flight from Kansas City to Chicago can use the search form above.
Tue 4/166:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$49
Wed 4/178:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$50
Thu 4/186:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$59
Thu 4/186:01 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$70
Fri 5/177:45 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop28h 26mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$74
Tue 3/268:40 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$75
Wed 4/173:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$77
Tue 4/97:43 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop15h 55mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$77
Tue 4/93:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$78

Find flights from Kansas City to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Chicago 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

$97 - $248

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Tue 4/16

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

Nonstop1h 34m

$97

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Wed 4/17

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/24

Nonstop1h 34m

$99

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Wed 4/10

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/13

Nonstop1h 34m

$107

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 5/2

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/6

Nonstop1h 37m

$117

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 5/2

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

Nonstop1h 37m

$128

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Sat 4/20

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

1 stop4h 58m

$156

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 4/12

1 stop14h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/16

1 stop16h 15m

$161

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Tue 4/16

1 stop19h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/17

1 stop14h 47m

$162

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 5/2

1 stop5h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/6

1 stop14h 47m

$248

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/17

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Chicago. 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 Kansas City to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Kansas City to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kansas City to Chicago is currently $68 while a round-trip flight costs $142. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Kansas City to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

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

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Kansas City to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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 from for flights from Kansas City to Chicago?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 34 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 3 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kansas City to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $129.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Chicago is less than $141.

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

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

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

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    Per day, 35 flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 60% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 11% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Chicago in 1h 35m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Kansas City and Chicago 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 Kansas City to Chicago round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $97, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. American Airlines is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $50 and $74, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (100%), Copa Airlines (96%), United Airlines( 95%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,076 for a flight from Kansas City to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $95 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $138.

  • What does MCI to ORD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Kansas City Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MCI to ORD flight. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Chicago

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United AirlinesCheapest$109Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$170Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago

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30%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
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38%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
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Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago

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Sunday36daily flights
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