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$84+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (CHI)

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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from Kansas City to Chicago are usually found in April or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday 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 julio 25, 2024.

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$84
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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 23% on the overall cost on flights from Kansas City to Chicago.

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

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Kansas City to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Kansas City to Chicago flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Chicago specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on julio 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Kansas City to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
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sáb. 8/249:12 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
sáb. 8/3110:17 amMDW - MCI
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$145
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/152:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 21mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/197:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$147
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
mar. 8/2012:30 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
mié. 8/216:15 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/222:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/267:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$151
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/222:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
dom. 8/259:52 pmORD - MCI
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$157
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/161:16 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
mar. 8/206:00 amMDW - MCI
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$157
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vie. 8/161:16 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
mar. 8/205:24 pmORD - MCI
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$158
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vie. 8/161:16 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
lun. 8/197:58 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$158
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mar. 8/138:00 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop16h 08mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 8/177:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$163

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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sáb. 9/144:56 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
lun. 9/167:10 amORD - MCI
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$131
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sáb. 8/249:12 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
sáb. 8/3110:17 amMDW - MCI
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$145
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1210:11 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
lun. 9/236:25 pmORD - MCI
1 stop22h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$146
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jue. 9/1210:11 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop24h 54mFrontier
lun. 9/234:05 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop25h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/152:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 21mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/197:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$147
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
mar. 8/2012:30 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
mié. 8/216:15 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/222:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/267:20 amORD - MCI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$151
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/222:26 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
dom. 8/259:52 pmORD - MCI
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$157
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/161:16 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
mar. 8/206:00 amMDW - MCI
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$157

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 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.
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vie. 8/27:02 amMCI - ORD
2 stops26h 12mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/157:55 amORD - MCI
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$260
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/27:02 amMCI - ORD
2 stops26h 12mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/158:42 pmORD - MCI
2 stops19h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$263
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
vie. 8/29:45 amMCI - ORD
1 stop22h 44mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/157:55 amORD - MCI
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$269
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/27:02 amMCI - ORD
3 stops32h 04mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/158:42 pmORD - MCI
2 stops19h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$296
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/27:42 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
jue. 8/155:05 amMDW - MCI
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$325
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/17:44 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop27h 54mFrontier
sáb. 8/34:32 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 03mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
vie. 8/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/157:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$355
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/27:02 amMCI - ORD
2 stops34h 44mSpirit Airlines
lun. 8/57:18 amORD - MCI
2 stops25h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$360
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/27:02 amMCI - ORD
2 stops34h 44mSpirit Airlines
lun. 8/59:33 pmORD - MCI
1 stop19h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$361

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 8/195:31 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$84
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/225:31 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$86
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/810:59 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$86
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/236:22 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop25h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$87
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/222:26 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$88
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mié. 8/216:10 amMCI - ORD
2 stops22h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$90
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/221:37 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$91
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
sáb. 8/246:10 amMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 7/23$93
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 8/206:10 amMCI - MDW
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/23$93

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.

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$131 - $228

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Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

sáb. 9/14

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/16

1 stop8h 56m

$131

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

vie. 8/16

1 stop26h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/19

1 stop9h 10m

$137

Kansas CityChicago Midway

MCI - MDW

MCIMDW

Kansas City

sáb. 8/24

1 stop13h 54m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 8/31

1 stop9h 55m

$145

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

jue. 9/12

1 stop10h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/23

1 stop22h 45m

$146

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

jue. 8/15

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 8/18

Nonstop1h 39m

$147

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

jue. 8/22

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/26

1 stop9h 10m

$151

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

mar. 8/13

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/27

Nonstop1h 47m

$168

Kansas CityChicago O'Hare Intl

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

mié. 8/14

1 stop6h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 8/18

1 stop3h 31m

$186

Kansas CityChicago Midway

MCI - MDW

MCIMDW

Kansas City

vie. 10/4

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/9

Nonstop1h 30m

$228

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How far ahead should I 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 July 23, 2024.
Booking 45 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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What is the cheapest day 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 July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 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 julio 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines 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
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

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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 $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kansas City to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $131, but on average you can expect to pay $151.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Kansas City to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Chicago is less than $231.

  • 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, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    Per day, 74 flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 57% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 27% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 16% 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 41m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or United Airlines 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?

    Spirit Airlines, at $131, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $84 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 Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $86 and $87, respectively.

  • 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: Cathay Pacific (89%), Turkish Airlines (89%), Japan Airlines( 88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $752 for a flight from Kansas City to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $131.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kansas City to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Kansas City to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Kansas City to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kansas City to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kansas City to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kansas City to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Kansas City to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Kansas City to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

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

    The most popular airlines flying from Kansas City to Chicago are American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

    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 $308). 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 Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Chicago. 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$109Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$116Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Sunday36daily flights
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