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$65+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MCI
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 7/175:40 pm
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop24h 44m
Frontier
Wed 7/226:19 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop29h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$126
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/127:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Wed 5/132:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 7/156:15 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/226:19 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop29h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/197:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Tue 5/262:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$151
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/127:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Thu 5/142:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop21h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/117:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Wed 5/132:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 7/186:15 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/226:19 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop29h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 7/156:15 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/206:19 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop17h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$169
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/57:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Sat 5/92:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/117:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Tue 5/122:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/268:05 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Wed 5/272:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 5/267:55 am
DTW
-
MCI
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Fri 5/292:34 pm
MCI
-
DTW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$185

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 April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$429
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/27

8:35 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Kansas City

Tue 6/30

6:25 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$399

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/25

7:20 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Kansas City

Sat 6/27

6:25 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$409

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/2

3:55 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Kansas City

Mon 10/5

2:15 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$409

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/8

6:30 am-11:09 am

1 stop5h 39m

Kansas City

Mon 10/12

6:00 am-8:58 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$409

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/14

7:45 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Kansas City

Sun 8/16

5:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$409

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/26

9:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop3h 55m

Kansas City

Sun 6/28

5:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$419

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/21

10:55 am-5:40 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Kansas City

Thu 5/28

3:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$449

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/25

1:20 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Kansas City

Wed 7/29

1:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$449

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/18

5:50 am-12:00 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 6/21

2:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$472

DetroitKansas City

DTW - MCI

DTWMCI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

8:40 am-9:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Kansas City

Fri 5/29

6:50 pm-7:55 am

1 stop12h 05m

$473

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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 April.
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?

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 55 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 $43). Flying from Detroit to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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 April 23, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Detroit to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 April 23, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to MCI are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 50% 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.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $222.

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 Chicago (ORD) 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 April 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andSpirit 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
4,327 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,437 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,633 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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?

    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 12 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 4 airlines when you book a flight from All airports to Kansas City.

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

    Airlines like Delta fly from Detroit to Kansas City in about 2h 04m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Detroit and Kansas City is about 627 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $96, 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 Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $114 and $236, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 77% 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 Southwest, 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: WestJet (81%), Korean Air (80%), SkyWest Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit 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 $231 on average, our data indicates $556 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 $43). Flying from Detroit to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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