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$70+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Durham, NC

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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — RDU
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Durham

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3111:33 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Fri 1/26:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2810:02 amMCI - RDU
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Wed 12/316:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:47 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/116:10 amRDU - MCI
1 stop28h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/236:15 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/258:00 amMCI - RDU
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Sun 1/117:05 amRDU - MCI
Nonstop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/16$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/259:44 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:17 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/236:15 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amRDU - MCI
2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3111:33 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Sun 1/412:56 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop22h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:33 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/11:57 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/243:29 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Tue 12/307:04 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/17$369

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Durham

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Round-trip from

$188
(Frontier)

One-way from

$70
(Orbitz)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$353
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Durham 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Durham that are best for you.

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Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 5/16

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/30

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$199

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Wed 4/22

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/29

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$199

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$199

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Fri 5/15

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/25

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$199

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Mon 1/12

11:26 am-5:13 pm

2 stops28h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/18

9:22 am-10:26 am

1 stop26h 04m

$207

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$209

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$209

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 4/25

5:40 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$209

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Fri 5/15

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/30

5:20 am-9:31 am

1 stop5h 11m

$209

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/25

7:58 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Durham

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Durham. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Durham is 69 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 Durham?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Durham (average of $108). Flying from Kansas City to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Durham, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 64% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Durham?

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Durham have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Durham. 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 Durham?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Durham from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Durham should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Durham from 5 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Kansas City to Durham can take about 2h 27m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $199. There are 902 mi between Kansas City and Durham. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to Durham are Frontier ($72), United Airlines ($72), and Delta ($78).

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

    Before booking your flight to Durham from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (68%), Endeavor Airlines (68%), Southwest( 17%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $199. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $185 on average, our data indicates $349 when flying from Kansas City to Durham.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Durham (average of $108). Flying from Kansas City to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Durham

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Durham. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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