Kansas City

$104+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (DTW - MCI)

DTW — MCI
Sep 30 — Oct 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City are usually found in October or July, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Kansas City

Thu 12/37:50 am -
1 stop12h 51m
Tue 12/88:36 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 8/30$226
Fri 9/188:35 pm -
1 stop24h 02m
Mon 9/218:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/26$232
Fri 9/188:35 pm -
1 stop24h 02m
Wed 9/238:32 pm -
1 stop26h 34m
Deal found 8/28$234
Sat 9/267:08 am -
1 stop13h 29m
Fri 10/28:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/26$236
Fri 9/258:35 pm -
1 stop24h 02m
Mon 9/288:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/31$244
Tue 10/137:08 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Mon 11/28:43 pm -
1 stop17h 51m
Deal found 8/29$247
Fri 10/3010:28 pm -
2 stops22h 19m
Mon 11/98:43 pm -
1 stop26h 08m
Deal found 8/28$249
Mon 9/288:35 pm -
1 stop24h 02m
Mon 10/58:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/30$252
Thu 10/14:23 pm -
1 stop17h 23m
Tue 10/68:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/31$255
Sat 9/127:08 am -
1 stop13h 29m
Fri 9/188:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/28$257
Tue 9/297:08 am -
1 stop13h 29m
Tue 10/68:32 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/31$258

Find flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$104
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$528
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. 7% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026

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DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/23

6:25 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Kansas City

Wed 9/30

12:15 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$357

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/26

6:35 am-12:25 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Kansas City

Fri 10/2

8:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops13h 25m

$388
Quickest round-trip

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/2

8:50 am-9:51 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Kansas City

Mon 10/5

5:45 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$419

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/17

7:45 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Kansas City

Mon 10/19

6:44 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 14m

$429

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

8:40 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Kansas City

Sun 11/8

4:23 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$429

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/6

7:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 45m

Kansas City

Fri 11/20

2:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$436

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/18

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Kansas City

Sat 11/21

1:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$443

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/16

10:45 am-4:10 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 10/18

5:20 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$447

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/22

4:50 pm-12:10 am

2 stops8h 20m

Kansas City

Mon 11/23

3:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$447
Cheapest one-way

DetroitKansas City

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MCI Kansas City

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/23

8:35 am-2:30 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$179

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Kansas City

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 August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Kansas City

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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 43 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $399). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights typically cost between $399 and $618 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $226 on Frontier (Dec 3-Dec 8).

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

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

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

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

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 58m 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 01m. 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 $117. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $264, and Southwest, from $361. Frontier is priced at 76% 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?

    $70 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $208 and $278, 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%), Endeavor Airlines (100%), Korean Air (89%).

  • 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 $278. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Kansas City) can be booked for $307 on average, our data indicates $478 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of $399). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$361Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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