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$69+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MCI
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City are usually found in September or August, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 junio 12, 2025.

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$156
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$69
(FlightHub)

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$379
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/295:48 pmDTW - MCI
Nonstop1h 56mSpirit Airlines
jue. 7/37:49 pmMCI - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$156
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/199:36 amDTW - MCI
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/227:49 pmMCI - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 12/46:54 amDTW - MCI
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/712:39 pmMCI - DTW
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$307
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/106:00 amDTW - MCI
1 stop14h 02mFrontier
lun. 10/137:51 pmMCI - DTW
1 stop27h 54mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 7/216:05 amDTW - MCI
2 stops5h 20mSouthwest
sáb. 7/263:50 pmMCI - DTW
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mar. 7/297:45 pmDTW - MCI
Nonstop1h 56mDelta
mar. 8/512:00 pmMCI - DTW
1 stop10h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/10$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/124:15 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/1510:00 amMCI - DTW
1 stop11h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$402

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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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Detroit

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Kansas City

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DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 6/29

5:48 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Kansas City

jue. 7/3

7:49 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$156

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 6/19

9:36 am-10:20 am

1 stop25h 44m

Kansas City

dom. 6/22

7:49 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$294

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 7/21

6:05 am-10:25 am

2 stops5h 20m

Kansas City

sáb. 7/26

3:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$352

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 8/22

11:54 am-5:17 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Kansas City

dom. 8/24

2:18 pm-11:10 am

2 stops19h 52m

$361

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 7/29

7:45 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Kansas City

mar. 8/5

12:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$391

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/17

8:40 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$69

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/12

6:55 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$103

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/24

7:09 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 23m

$128

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 7/16

9:14 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$129

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 7/7

6:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$141

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are short, typically under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal, even during peak times.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
MCI

For a quick exit from MCI, Uber and Lyft are the easiest options, departing from the second curb across the exit.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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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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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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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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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?

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 June 9, 2025.

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 27 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 junio 12, 2025.

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 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Kansas City by month

Plan your trip to Kansas City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kansas City ranges from 1.1 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kansas City when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Kansas City by month

Plan your trip to Kansas City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kansas City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 55m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 11 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City offered by 4 different airlines.

  • 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 $156. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $352, and Frontier, from $361. Spirit Airlines is priced at 57% 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?

    $69 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $103 and $128, 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: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Delta (88%), Korean Air (87%).

  • 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 $79. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Kansas City) can be booked for $139 on average our data indicates $319 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$49Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$328Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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