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$191+ Cheap flights from Dayton to Kansas City (DAY - MCI)

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DAY — MCI
Aug 21 — Aug 281
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Thu 8/28
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dayton to Kansas City are usually found in April or July, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dayton (DAY) 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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$191
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$293
From Dayton to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/115:30 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Wed 10/158:10 amMCI - DAY
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Deal found 8/16$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 12/61:59 pmDAY - MCI
2 stops7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/85:34 amMCI - DAY
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 8/296:00 amDAY - MCI
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/25:45 amMCI - DAY
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/115:18 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/134:39 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/126:32 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/194:34 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/216:00 amDAY - MCI
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Mon 8/255:42 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 8/14$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/225:40 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/2411:29 amMCI - DAY
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 8/164:30 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Sat 8/236:00 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 8/15$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/135:16 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/207:12 amMCI - DAY
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 8/161:59 pmDAY - MCI
2 stops7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/233:00 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 8/156:10 amDAY - MCI
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/183:12 pmMCI - DAY
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 12/64:00 pmDAY - MCI
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Sun 12/77:00 amMCI - DAY
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 8/14$367

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton 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 August 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Kansas City that are best for you.

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DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Sat 9/13

5:16 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Kansas City

Sat 9/20

5:32 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Sat 10/25

1:29 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Kansas City

Tue 10/28

5:55 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Fri 9/5

11:58 am-7:05 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Kansas City

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Fri 12/12

6:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

2:55 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Sat 12/6

6:13 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

5:34 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 20m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Sat 10/11

1:29 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Kansas City

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-2:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Fri 12/5

7:20 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

5:34 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 20m

$249

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Kansas City

Tue 9/2

5:45 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$259

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Sat 10/11

5:18 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Kansas City

Mon 10/13

4:39 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$279

DaytonKansas City

DAY - MCI

DAYMCI

Dayton

Fri 11/21

5:54 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Kansas City

Mon 11/24

4:05 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dayton to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dayton to Kansas City is 47 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 Dayton to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 August 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Dayton to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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 August 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Dayton 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Dayton to Kansas City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($198), American Airlines ($238), and United Airlines ($248) offers the cheapest pricing from Dayton to Kansas City. Users have found that Delta is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dayton 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 $191. Delta flights start at $214 while deals on United Airlines start at $234 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Dayton 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 3 airlines flying from Dayton to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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