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$79+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston

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MCI — HOU
May 12 — May 191
Mon 5/12
Mon 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Houston are usually found in January or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 May 7, 2025.

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$279
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Mytrip)

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January

Average price

$355
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Fri 6/135:25 amMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/205:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/256:25 pmMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Tue 7/19:30 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 5/7$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sun 5/255:46 amMCI - IAH
2 stops25h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/307:05 amIAH - MCI
2 stops30h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 11/137:00 amMCI - HOU
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 11/1510:05 amHOU - MCI
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/7$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Fri 6/206:10 pmMCI - IAH
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/225:05 amIAH - MCI
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sun 5/118:51 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Sun 5/186:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 7/215:44 amMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/287:21 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$293
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Thu 5/158:51 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/178:57 amIAH - MCI
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sat 6/2112:05 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Sun 6/225:50 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/5$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:00 amMCI - IAH
1 stop17h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/207:20 pmIAH - MCI
2 stops21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$474

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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 May 7, 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

Fri 6/13

5:25 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 18m

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/20

5:00 am-8:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

$278

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 6/25

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/1

9:30 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$279

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Sun 5/25

5:46 am-7:29 am

2 stops25h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/30

7:05 am-1:50 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$282

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Fri 6/20

6:10 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

5:05 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 31m

$289

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Sun 5/11

8:51 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-7:51 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$290

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Mon 7/21

5:44 am-12:32 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/28

7:21 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$293

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

8:51 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/17

8:57 am-8:12 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$306

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Sun 6/8

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/20

6:40 pm-12:06 am

1 stop5h 26m

$323

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Sat 6/21

12:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

5:50 pm-12:06 am

1 stop6h 16m

$355

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Fri 5/30

7:01 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops21h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/2

7:14 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops21h 26m

$603

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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

The new security system at MCI is efficient, with a central checkpoint for all gates. Expect short wait times, typically under 5 minutes without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
IAH

For a quick trip to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft from IAH takes about 25 minutes. Pickups are available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick

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

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Matt Meltzer

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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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 May 2, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Houston, you should look to book at least 82 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 May 7, 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 40% 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 Saturday afternoons 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.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 May 7, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Houston, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,710 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,994 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2 outbound flights to Houston per day from 5 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($279), United Airlines ($279), and Spirit Airlines ($280) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Houston. Users have found that Southwest is 25% 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 Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from American 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 $310 for a flight from Kansas City to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $175 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $141.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 May 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$262Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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