Kansas City

$65+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (DTW - 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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MCI
May 29 — Jun 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City are usually found in May or July, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

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 April 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/36:20 am
DTW
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MCI
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:24 pm
MCI
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DTW
1 stop22h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/96:54 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop23h 27m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:16 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/612:49 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/86:24 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/182:02 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop28h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/246:19 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop12h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/156:10 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 11m
Frontier
Fri 7/176:16 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop18h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/612:49 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/156:16 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/106:10 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 11m
Frontier
Fri 6/126:16 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop18h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/56:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop11h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/86:24 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 5/206:00 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 29m
Frontier
Thu 6/42:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/126:30 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop11h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/156:16 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/198:05 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:24 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/187:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:24 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$171

Find flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$594
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Kansas City flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Kansas City flights.
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

1:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 8/23

5:45 am-2:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$394
Quickest round-trip

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/2

8:35 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Kansas City

Mon 10/5

2:15 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

3:35 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Kansas City

Mon 8/24

5:10 am-12:40 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

4:10 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Kansas City

Mon 8/24

5:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

7:50 pm-8:52 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

Wed 9/23

4:10 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Kansas City

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/25

7:50 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Kansas City

Sat 6/27

6:25 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/1

2:15 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Kansas City

Sun 8/2

6:25 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

5:10 am-9:29 am

1 stop5h 19m

Kansas City

Sun 6/7

10:32 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$409

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

7:49 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Kansas City

Tue 7/21

1:18 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$409

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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 Detroit to Kansas City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $375). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 DTW 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 April 29, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

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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 April 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City, such as Southwest,Delta, andSpirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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?

    To fly from Detroit to Kansas City, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Kansas City (MCI). Nonstop flights to Kansas City from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 1h 59m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 12 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in 2h 03m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City is about 627 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City round-trip from $96. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $114, and Southwest, from $236. Spirit Airlines is priced at 79% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $48 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $79 and $158, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City on time: WestJet (81%), Korean Air (80%), SkyWest Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $298. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Kansas City) can be booked for $159 on average, our data indicates $554 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $375). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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