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$101+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MCI
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 10, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/18:11 pm
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 4/46:15 am
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/188:28 am
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 4/206:06 pm
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$225
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/76:10 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop17h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/1412:24 pm
MCI
-
ORD
2 stops19h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/8$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/710:30 am
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 4/147:00 pm
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 4/115:00 am
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop8h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 4/114:17 pm
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/65:15 am
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Fri 4/104:31 pm
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop6h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/13:29 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop28h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/712:24 pm
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop22h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/210:11 pm
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 4/74:17 pm
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:10 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:04 pm
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop12h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:29 pm
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 4/142:33 pm
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop7h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/15:00 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Sat 4/47:15 am
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/1811:50 am
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Mon 4/205:20 am
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8$243

Find 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 March 10, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$101
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$378
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City 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 March 10, 2026.
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

Tue 4/7

8:40 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Kansas City

Tue 4/14

11:23 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$245

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

3:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Kansas City

Tue 4/28

5:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$258

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Kansas City

Tue 5/26

5:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$268

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

1:57 pm-12:12 am

2 stops10h 15m

Kansas City

Sat 4/4

12:17 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$270

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

1:36 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Kansas City

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$275

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

7:05 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Kansas City

Sat 4/25

8:00 am-9:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$308

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

4:20 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Kansas City

Wed 8/5

6:55 am-4:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$309

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

12:40 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Kansas City

Wed 8/5

3:16 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$309

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/10

8:40 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Kansas City

Sun 4/12

6:15 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$329

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

9:45 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Kansas City

Sun 5/17

6:17 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$329

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Kansas City in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Kansas City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 6, 2026.

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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City (average of $110). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 March 10, 2026.

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 12% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

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
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

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 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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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 March 10, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,413 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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 40 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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City in 1h 47m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City is about 402 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $191, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $197. United Airlines is priced at 46% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. American Airlines flights start at $98 while deals on United Airlines start at $115 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: PSA Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (87%), Envoy Air( 80%).

  • 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 $95. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City) can be booked for $224 on average, our data indicates $366 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City (average of $110). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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