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$54+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Kansas City (DTT - 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MCI
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:38 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop13h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$134
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/188:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Wed 3/44:39 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop6h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 3/69:02 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 21m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:38 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop13h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/52:35 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop26h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:38 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/42:35 pm
DTW
-
MCI
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:38 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$163
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Wed 3/44:39 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop6h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Wed 3/1111:45 am
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop19h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/48:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Sun 3/88:40 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:08 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop17h 21m
Frontier
Mon 3/236:20 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/188:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 3/610:27 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop22h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/95:08 pm
MCI
-
DTW
2 stops13h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$184
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/255:15 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop11h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/117:00 am
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop10h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$187

Find flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 February 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$54
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$396
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Kansas City that are best for you.

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DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/15

7:57 pm-11:07 am

2 stops16h 10m

Kansas City

Mon 5/18

2:15 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$330

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Kansas City

Mon 5/11

12:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$377

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

12:15 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 3/11

6:35 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/27

12:23 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Kansas City

Mon 3/30

6:35 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/15

7:48 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Kansas City

Sun 5/17

6:30 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

3:59 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Kansas City

Sun 5/31

6:30 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/1

12:15 pm-1:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Kansas City

Sun 6/7

10:20 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/30

8:40 am-9:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Kansas City

Sun 5/31

6:30 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/21

8:35 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Kansas City

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

7:48 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Kansas City

Mon 6/1

6:30 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$399

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Kansas City

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 Detroit to Kansas City in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Detroit-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Kansas City

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Kansas City (average of $96). Flying from Detroit to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 DTT to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 February 4, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 February 4, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to MCI are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Kansas City?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Kansas City chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

St. Louis (STL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Kansas City on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Kansas City?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

St. Louis (STL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $259.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Kansas City?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Kansas City, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via St. Louis (STL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Kansas City?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via St. Louis (STL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 48m.

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 February 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Detroit 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
4,274 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,414 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Kansas City?

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to Kansas City (MCI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Kansas City. On a typical day, there are 11 flights from All airports to Kansas City, all of which are around 2h 00m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from All airports to Kansas City.

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

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Detroit to Kansas City in about 2h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 05m. The distance between Detroit and Kansas City is about 627 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $80, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Kansas City and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $236 and $299, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 80% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Kansas City for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit 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 Detroit to Kansas City on time: SkyWest Airlines (83%), Korean Air (73%), Delta (71%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $399. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Kansas City) can be booked for $153 on average, our data indicates $499 when flying from Detroit to Kansas City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Kansas City (average of $96). Flying from Detroit to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 Detroit to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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