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$85+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)

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ORD — MCI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Kansas City are usually found in August or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$369
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Kansas City
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Kansas City
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:05 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1111:04 amMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:40 pmORD - MCI
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Sat 10/46:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/11$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/294:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/15:45 amMCI - ORD
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:53 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/53:28 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$209
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Tue 7/110:46 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 15mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/411:00 amMCI - ORD
2 stops33h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$233
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Fri 8/296:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Sun 8/312:18 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$261
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Thu 7/36:16 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/711:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop4h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$328
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Sat 10/186:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop17h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/207:00 amMCI - ORD
1 stop23h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$382

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

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ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

7:05 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Kansas City

Mon 8/11

11:04 am-6:29 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$194

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

5:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Kansas City

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$198

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

4:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

5:45 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$202

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

7:53 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Kansas City

Tue 8/5

3:28 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$209

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

10:46 am-10:01 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kansas City

Fri 7/4

11:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$233

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop11h 17m

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

2:18 pm-12:31 am

1 stop10h 13m

$261

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/3

6:16 pm-10:20 am

1 stop16h 04m

Kansas City

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-3:33 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$328

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

9:41 am-11:24 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$85

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

2:00 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$89

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

5:10 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 17m

$92

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The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City trip
Airports
ORD

For a quick departure, use the 'L' train to reach ORD, avoiding Chicago traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MCI

Upon arrival at MCI, use Uber or Lyft from the second curb for efficient city transport.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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 O'Hare Intl to Kansas City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 ORD to MCI?

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

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City, 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 10% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Kansas City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kansas City ranges from 1.1 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kansas City when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Kansas City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kansas City, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Kansas City to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. 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 into for flights to Kansas City from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly into Kansas City (MCI) if they book a flight to Kansas City from Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Kansas City has 42 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 2 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $194, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $202, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. Delta flights start at $89 while deals on Frontier start at $92 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Before booking your flight to Kansas City from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (91%), Finnair (87%), Air Canada( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $103. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City) can be booked for $129 on average our data indicates $483 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 2 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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