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$66+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Kansas City (MCI)

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DFW — MCI
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Kansas City are usually found in September or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 31, 2025.

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$146
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One-way from

$66
(Booking.com)

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$308
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Cheapest flights from Dallas to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:57 amDFW - MCI
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1911:23 amMCI - DFW
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$148
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:10 pmDAL - MCI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 8/287:25 amMCI - DAL
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/1912:24 pmDFW - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/265:45 amMCI - DFW
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$177
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/212:33 pmDFW - MCI
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2511:22 amMCI - DFW
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$178
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/67:15 amDFW - MCI
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Wed 8/137:20 pmMCI - DFW
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/305:45 amDAL - MCI
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Sat 9/66:59 amMCI - DAL
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/31$197
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Tue 8/1911:13 amDFW - MCI
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Tue 8/268:00 amMCI - DFW
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/29$197

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Kansas City that are best for you.

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DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/12

9:57 am-11:07 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Kansas City

Fri 9/19

11:23 am-11:54 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$148

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Wed 8/27

7:10 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$177

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 8/19

12:24 pm-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Kansas City

Tue 8/26

5:45 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$177

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 8/21

2:33 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Kansas City

Mon 8/25

11:22 am-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$178

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 8/23

10:25 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop15h 08m

Kansas City

Mon 8/25

2:18 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$188

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Sat 8/30

5:45 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Kansas City

Sat 9/6

6:59 am-3:07 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$197

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 8/19

11:13 am-4:37 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Kansas City

Tue 8/26

8:00 am-2:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$197

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/8

9:57 am-11:07 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$66

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Wed 10/29

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$89

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/28

8:24 am-10:13 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$89

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

DFW's Skylink Train connects all terminals efficiently, running every two minutes, making it easy to navigate this large airport.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
DAL

DAL offers a streamlined experience with quick security lines and a straightforward layout, ideal for domestic travelers seeking efficiency.

Read more about DALby Paul Rubio
MCI

For quick access to downtown KC, Uber and Lyft are efficient and affordable options from MCI.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Matt Meltzer

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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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Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Paul Rubio

Expert on DAL

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Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dallas to Kansas City is 75 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 Dallas to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to Kansas City in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Dallas to Kansas City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,049 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas 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 Dallas?

    Most people fly into Kansas City (MCI) if they book a flight to Kansas City from Dallas. On average, Kansas City has 18 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 4 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dallas to Kansas City round-trip from $146. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $177, and American Airlines, from $177. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $66. Southwest flights start at $89 while deals on American Airlines start at $89 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Kansas City are Envoy Air (82%), American Airlines (59%) and Alaska Airlines (58%).

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

    While on average a flight from Dallas to Kansas City is generally $277, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $141 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Dallas 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 4 airlines flying from Dallas to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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