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$63+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — HOU
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:33 amMCI - IAH
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:54 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$263
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/238:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop27h 53mFrontier
Wed 12/3110:35 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$266
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/158:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop24h 16mFrontier
Fri 12/199:55 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop21h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$298
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/275:54 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$318
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.
Tue 12/238:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/305:54 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$320
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:15 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/275:54 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 - IAH
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3110:35 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$333
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/122:48 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/1511:32 amIAH - MCI
1 stop8h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$342
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:13 amMCI - IAH
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Wed 12/3110:35 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$343
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Sat 12/206:15 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/275:54 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$344
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:15 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop30h 39mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/266:55 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop22h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$348
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2810:08 amIAH - MCI
1 stop7h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$358

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (HO1). 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

$233
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Trip.com)

Popular in

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August

Average price

$376
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Houston 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Houston that are best for you.

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Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$289

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

8:05 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

8:35 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$289

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

8:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:04 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/21

5:09 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/27

11:09 am-4:04 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/21

10:44 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$311

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

10:30 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

8:35 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$311

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

7:50 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$311

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-5:50 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

7:50 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$315

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

10:44 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/31

5:45 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$320

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Houston

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Houston, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $152). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Houston. 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.

When flying from Kansas City to Houston, 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 48% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

The best insider tips for Kansas City to Houston flights

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

MCI's new terminal offers streamlined security with a central checkpoint. Expect short waits, usually under 5 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIBy Matt Meltzer
IAH

For a smooth ride to downtown Houston from IAH, consider Uber or Lyft for a 25-minute journey, or take METRO Bus 102 for a budget-friendly option.

Read more about IAHBy Evie Carrick
HOU

For a quick exit from HOU, use a map app to navigate surface streets, avoiding I-45 congestion during peak hours.

Read more about HOUBy Scott Laird
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Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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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 HOU

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Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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 Houston. 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 Houston?

    Most people fly from Kansas City (MCI) if they book a flight from Kansas City to Houston. On average, Kansas City has 1 outbound flight to Houston per day from 5 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Kansas City to Houston can take about 2h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. There are 667 mi between Kansas City and Houston. 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 Houston round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($69), Spirit Airlines ($107), and United Airlines ($169) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Houston. Users have found that Frontier is 80% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Houston for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $339 for a flight from Kansas City to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $187 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $162.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $152). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 Houston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Houston. 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$78Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$185Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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