Kansas City

$70+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Kansas City (MCI)

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DFW — MCI
May 8 — May 151
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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 April 8, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 4/176:35 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop19h 31m
Frontier
Fri 4/242:15 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop20h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/168:36 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop13h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1911:53 am
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/77:15 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop9h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/912:24 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop8h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5$203
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 5/110:25 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Sun 5/32:15 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop18h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Wed 6/1010:00 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Sat 6/136:19 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop18h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$206
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:25 pm
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Mon 5/42:15 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop9h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$210
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/77:15 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop9h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/1112:24 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop8h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/212:19 pm
DFW
-
MCI
2 stops22h 39m
Frontier
Sat 5/92:34 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop6h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$213
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/57:15 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop9h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/1112:24 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop8h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 4/87:15 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop9h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/104:31 pm
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop7h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$220
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/165:10 am
DFW
-
MCI
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Mon 4/2011:13 am
MCI
-
DFW
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/66:40 am
DAL
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MCI
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Wed 5/135:30 am
MCI
-
DAL
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6$259

Find 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 April 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$201
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$339
From Dallas to Kansas City
One-way flight from Dallas to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Wed 5/6

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

Wed 5/13

5:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$259

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/19

5:12 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Kansas City

Wed 5/20

5:13 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 59m

$279

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Tue 5/12

8:25 am-2:35 pm

2 stops6h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 5/13

4:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$284

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/16

8:20 am-4:08 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Kansas City

Tue 5/19

6:38 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 34m

$289
Quickest round-trip

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Wed 5/6

6:40 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

Sun 5/10

9:55 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$289

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Tue 5/5

11:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops5h 40m

Kansas City

Tue 5/12

11:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$289

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/2

5:15 am-9:26 am

1 stop4h 11m

Kansas City

Sat 5/2

3:22 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$294

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Sat 5/2

2:59 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Kansas City

Mon 5/4

5:12 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$299

DallasKansas City

DFW - MCI

DFWMCI

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/23

6:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Kansas City

Sat 5/30

8:05 am-1:57 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$299

DallasKansas City

DAL - MCI

DALMCI

Dallas Love Field

Wed 6/17

8:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Kansas City

Mon 6/22

7:25 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$299

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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 April 3, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Dallas to Kansas City is 43 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Kansas City (average of $100). Flying from Dallas to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 April 8, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to Kansas City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 April 4, 2026.

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. Saturday evenings 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 April 8, 2026.

The most flights from A78 to MCI are scheduled on a Tuesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

The best insider tips for Dallas to Kansas City flights

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Our travel experts
Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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

Expert on DFW

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.

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on DAL

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.

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 April 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,American Airlines, andSpirit 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

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 10 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 4 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dallas to Kansas City in 1h 30m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 461 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $74. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $88, and Southwest, from $176. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 76% 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 $70. Frontier flights start at $72 while deals on Southwest start at $85 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 SkyWest Airlines (83%), British Airways (77%) and Qatar Airways (76%).

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

    While on average a flight from Dallas to Kansas City is generally $453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $203. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $192 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Kansas City (average of $100). Flying from Dallas to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 April 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$88Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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