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$104+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MCI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Kansas City are usually found in August or October, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 July 3, 2025.

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$184
(Southwest)

One-way from

$104
(Priceline)

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Average price

$303
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/3010:55 amMDW - MCI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 8/78:25 pmMCI - MDW
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/306:59 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/75:17 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/277:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Thu 10/25:30 amMCI - ORD
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$188
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/225:10 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 17mFrontier
Sun 8/242:18 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/79:25 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/116:05 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/57:21 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Sat 8/96:30 amMCI - MDW
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/1$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/56:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Sat 8/96:30 amMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/1$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 10/36:30 amORD - MCI
1 stop16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/55:30 amMCI - ORD
1 stop13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$229
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 7/185:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/212:32 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 8/112:35 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Fri 8/88:01 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop24h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$270

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Kansas City that are best for you.

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ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/30

10:55 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

Thu 8/7

8:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$184

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

6:59 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Kansas City

Thu 8/7

5:17 am-6:57 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$184

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

7:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Kansas City

Thu 10/2

5:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

$188

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

5:10 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 17m

Kansas City

Sun 8/24

2:18 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 14m

$190

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

9:25 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Kansas City

Mon 8/11

6:05 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$197

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

7:21 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Kansas City

Sat 8/9

6:30 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$198

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Kansas City

Sat 8/9

6:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$198

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

4:36 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Kansas City

Wed 8/6

6:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$240

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

5:01 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 20m

Kansas City

Mon 7/21

2:32 pm-6:03 am

1 stop15h 31m

$258

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/1

12:35 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Kansas City

Fri 8/8

8:01 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop24h 53m

$270

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Kansas City flights

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

Avoid long walks at ORD by using the free shuttle train between terminals, especially if connecting from Terminal 5.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the 'L' train for easy access to MDW. It's cheap and takes less than 30 minutes from the city center.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
MCI

For a quick exit at MCI, use the RideKC bus to downtown. It departs hourly and is free, taking about an hour.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

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 Chicago to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Kansas City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Kansas City in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago 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 to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Kansas City. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Chicago 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?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kansas City from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Kansas City (MCI) should be relatively easy as there are 24 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Kansas City is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $184 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Frontier, starting at $184 and $190 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Kansas City for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $104 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $105 and Spirit Airlines from $107 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Kansas City consider choosing Republic Airways (86%), Air Canada (78%) or Air New Zealand (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Kansas City is $104. On average you can expect to pay $466. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $137.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$169Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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