What’s the fastest layover option from Columbia to Kansas City?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 00m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbia to Kansas City?

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbia to Kansas City on Cheapflights.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbia to Kansas City?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 06m.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Columbia to Kansas City?

Chicago (ORD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $248.

How long is the flight from Columbia to Kansas City?

For as low as $249, Delta can have you in Kansas City from Columbia in 5h. The distance from Columbia to Kansas City is about 838 mi. 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 Columbia to Kansas City round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbia to Kansas City round-trip from $139. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Columbia to Kansas City for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia 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 $217. Delta flights start at $217 while deals on United Airlines start at $222 one-way.

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.

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).

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Kansas City?

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia to Kansas City?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Columbia to Kansas City flights typically cost between $396 and $651 in February. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $249 on Delta (Feb 18-Feb 21).

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Tue 12/239:08 amCAE - MCI

1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/26:15 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop13h 01mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$264

Fri 11/145:24 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/166:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$279

Sat 11/81:18 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop6h 59mDelta

Mon 11/108:05 amMCI - CAE

1 stop5h 03mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$339

Sat 11/82:29 pmCAE - MCI

2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/103:25 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$344

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Wed 2/185:40 amCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 00mDelta

Sat 2/2110:35 amMCI - CAE

1 stop4h 54mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$249

Tue 12/239:08 amCAE - MCI

1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/26:15 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop13h 01mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$264

Fri 11/145:24 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/166:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$279

Wed 2/186:00 amCAE - MCI

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Sat 2/219:44 amMCI - CAE

2 stops9h 02mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$324

Thu 3/58:11 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines

Sat 3/712:49 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$377

Thu 11/1310:34 amCAE - MCI

2 stops11h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/178:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$384

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Sat 11/81:18 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop6h 59mDelta

Mon 11/108:05 amMCI - CAE

1 stop5h 03mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$339

Sat 11/82:29 pmCAE - MCI

2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/103:25 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$344

Thu 11/1310:34 amCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/178:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$379

Fri 11/145:24 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/166:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$279

Mon 11/1710:20 amCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/208:00 amMCI - CAE

1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$559

Wed 11/262:29 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/306:43 pmMCI - CAE

1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$477

Wed 11/2611:03 amCAE - MCI

1 stop6h 04mDelta

Sat 11/295:50 amMCI - CAE

1 stop5h 16mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$504

One-way flights from Columbia to Kansas City
Search for one-way flight options from Columbia to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Mon 12/87:59 pmCAE - MCI

1 stop4h 48mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$217

Mon 12/82:53 pmCAE - MCI

2 stops9h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$222

Sun 4/1911:55 amCAE - MCI

1 stop6h 36mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$239

Wed 11/1210:11 amCAE - MCI

1 stop5h 09mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$286

Wed 11/121:51 pmCAE - MCI

2 stops8h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Sun 4/196:33 pmCAE - MCI

2 stops6h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$355

Sun 4/193:59 pmCAE - MCI

3 stops24h 46mAllegiant Air

Deal found 10/30

$485

Wed 11/122:50 pmCAE - MCI

3 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$549

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Kansas City

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$249 (Delta)
One-way from	$217 (Delta)
Popular in	November
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$352

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ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/18

5:40 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 00m

Kansas City

Sat 2/21

10:35 am-4:29 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$249

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/23

9:08 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Kansas City

Fri 1/2

6:15 pm-8:16 am

1 stop13h 01m

$264

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 11/14

5:24 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Kansas City

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$279

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Kansas City

Sat 2/21

9:44 am-7:46 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$324

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 3/5

8:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Kansas City

Sat 3/7

12:49 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$377

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 11/13

10:34 am-8:47 pm

2 stops11h 13m

Kansas City

Mon 11/17

8:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$384

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/1

7:05 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 21m

$217

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$217

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/8

2:53 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 51m

$222

ColumbiaKansas City

CAE - MCI

CAEMCI

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/19

11:55 am-5:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$239

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*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 Columbia-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Kansas City flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbia-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Kansas City (average of $131). Flying from Columbia to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 CAE to MCI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Kansas City in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbia 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.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,998 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,998 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,998 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,035 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,998 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

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How long is the flight from Columbia to Kansas City?
For as low as $249, Delta can have you in Kansas City from Columbia in 5h. The distance from Columbia to Kansas City is about 838 mi. 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 Columbia to Kansas City round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbia to Kansas City round-trip from $139. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Columbia to Kansas City for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia 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 $217. Delta flights start at $217 while deals on United Airlines start at $222 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Kansas City that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Columbia to Kansas City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Kansas City?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbia to Kansas City.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to Kansas City?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia 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 Columbia to Kansas City?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Kansas City (average of $131). Flying from Columbia to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 Columbia to Kansas City

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$139	Average$333	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$248	Average$338	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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