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$62+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — MCI
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/194:55 pm
DFW
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 8/2611:20 am
MCI
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 10/13:55 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop25h 21m
Frontier
Sun 10/112:17 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop7h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 8/258:05 pm
DFW
-
MCI
2 stops14h 36m
Frontier
Thu 8/271:38 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22$219
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Wed 8/1910:59 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 31m
Frontier
Wed 8/2611:26 am
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop11h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$220
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 9/198:05 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop5h 17m
Frontier
Mon 9/212:17 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop6h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 9/178:55 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop20h 21m
Frontier
Sun 9/202:17 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop9h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 8/1510:00 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Mon 8/176:17 pm
MCI
-
DFW
2 stops17h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 11/78:05 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop5h 17m
Frontier
Sun 11/82:17 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop9h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 8/184:16 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop18h 25m
Frontier
Thu 8/202:05 pm
MCI
-
DFW
2 stops20h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/108:10 pm
DFW
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 9/155:28 am
MCI
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/21$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/158:50 am
DFW
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Mon 8/175:14 pm
MCI
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/21$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 8/1910:59 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 31m
Frontier
Thu 8/202:05 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22$230

Find flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$62
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/11

2:48 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Kansas City

Sun 9/13

10:30 pm-5:41 am

1 stop7h 11m

$245
Quickest round-trip

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 9/10

5:45 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 06m

Kansas City

Tue 9/15

6:20 am-11:01 am

1 stop4h 41m

$247

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/11

5:15 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 51m

Kansas City

Tue 9/15

7:32 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$259

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 8/25

1:24 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Kansas City

Wed 8/26

6:20 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$291

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 8/26

6:12 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 01m

Kansas City

Wed 9/9

5:44 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$299

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 8/25

2:17 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Kansas City

Sat 8/29

6:28 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$299

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 11/20

5:45 am-11:09 am

1 stop5h 24m

Kansas City

Mon 11/23

6:42 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 31m

$315

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 8/19

5:45 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Kansas City

Wed 8/19

5:08 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$351
Cheapest one-way

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 9/5

10:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$121
Quickest one-way

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/11

7:17 am-8:58 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$131

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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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Dallas/Fort Worth with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City (average of $275). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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/Fort Worth 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 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City flights typically cost between $288 and $486 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $217 on American Airlines (Aug 19-Aug 26).

The best insider tips for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City flights

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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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 July 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,American Airlines, andFrontier from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,761 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth 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/Fort Worth?

    If you book a flight to Kansas City from Dallas/Fort Worth, you will be flying to Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 27 flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City in 4h 49m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Kansas City are separated by a distance of 460 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $141 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $204 and $210 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $109 and $118, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City on time: GOL (80%), Envoy Air (77%), SkyWest Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

    On average you can expect to pay $312 for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $118 while the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Kansas City) is currently priced at $246.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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/Fort Worth to Kansas City.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City (average of $275). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Kansas City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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