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$68+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Dallas

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MCI — DFW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amMCI - DFW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:10 pmDFW - MCI
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:45 pmMCI - DAL
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Thu 1/16:45 pmDAL - MCI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amMCI - DFW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/611:30 amDFW - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$212
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:33 amMCI - DFW
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Mon 1/57:15 amDFW - MCI
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/166:30 amMCI - DFW
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/87:15 pmDFW - MCI
1 stop15h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:30 amMCI - DAL
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 1/69:15 amDAL - MCI
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$222
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 pmMCI - DFW
1 stop27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/285:45 amDFW - MCI
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$225
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 pmMCI - DFW
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Fri 1/210:25 pmDFW - MCI
1 stop21h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 pmMCI - DFW
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/68:10 pmDFW - MCI
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amMCI - DFW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/29:10 pmDFW - MCI
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:30 amMCI - DAL
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 1/59:10 pmDAL - MCI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:15 amMCI - DAL
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sun 1/46:00 amDAL - MCI
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$282

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Dallas (A78). 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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$284
From Kansas City to Dallas
One-way flight from Kansas City to Dallas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Fri 2/6

12:45 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/9

2:00 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$128

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Fri 1/9

11:26 am-9:58 am

1 stop22h 32m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

6:45 am-7:26 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$147

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-7:51 pm

1 stop12h 51m

$151

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/21

8:40 pm-10:31 am

2 stops13h 51m

$179

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/18

10:36 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$190

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DAL

MCIDAL

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

12:55 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/21

10:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$212

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 3/7

11:03 am-11:33 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$212

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DAL

MCIDAL

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Dallas Love Field

Sun 1/18

7:50 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$215

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DFW

MCIDFW

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/14

3:13 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$219

Kansas CityDallas

MCI - DAL

MCIDAL

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

12:55 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/14

10:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Dallas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Dallas. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Dallas is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Dallas (average of $137). Flying from Kansas City to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 DFW?

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Dallas in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Dallas. 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to A78 are scheduled on a Thursday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

The best insider tips for Kansas City to Dallas flights

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

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, rarely exceeding a 5-minute wait, even without TSA PreCheck.

DFW

DFW offers easy access via DART's Orange Line, connecting downtown Dallas to Terminal A.

DAL

DAL's proximity to downtown makes it a convenient choice, with rideshares and public transit options readily available.

Our travel experts
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Matt Meltzer

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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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Expert on DFW

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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 Dallas. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Kansas City to Dallas to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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 Dallas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Dallas?

    Kansas City (MCI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Kansas City to Dallas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dallas from Kansas City; the airport handles an average of 26 outbound flights to Dallas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Kansas City airport to Dallas. It is only a 17.4 mi journey to Kansas City (MCI) from Kansas City’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Dallas in 1h 35m. Fly via Frontier, Spirit Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Kansas City and Dallas is about 461 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $70, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Dallas.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Dallas for 75% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Dallas for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Dallas from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (94%), Finnair (88%), Qantas Airways( 87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Dallas/Fort Worth) can be booked for $136 on average, our data indicates $1,030 when flying from Kansas City to Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Dallas (average of $137). Flying from Kansas City to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 Dallas

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Dallas. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$75Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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