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$98+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MCI
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Kansas City are usually found in July or June, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$98
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$297
From Columbus to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

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.
Thu 9/412:16 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop11h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/65:30 amMCI - CMH
1 stop11h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/196:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2211:22 amMCI - CMH
1 stop27h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/75:30 amCMH - MCI
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/145:17 amMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$253
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:25 amCMH - MCI
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Mon 9/295:45 amMCI - CMH
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$302

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ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 9/4

12:16 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop11h 52m

Kansas City

Sat 9/6

5:30 am-5:56 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$197

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop17h 53m

Kansas City

Fri 8/22

11:22 am-4:08 pm

1 stop27h 46m

$235

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 8/7

5:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

5:17 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$253

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 9/25

6:25 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 45m

Kansas City

Mon 9/29

5:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$302

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 9/4

12:16 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$98

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 8/7

5:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$132

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Sun 10/26

6:32 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$138

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Mon 10/20

5:50 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 35m

$149

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Sat 9/6

10:39 am-5:20 pm

2 stops7h 41m

$158

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Kansas City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Kansas City

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

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Kansas City is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Kansas City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,101 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,291 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kansas City from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Kansas City (MCI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 5 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $197, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Kansas City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $132 and $138, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Columbus 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$171Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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