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$86+ Cheap flights from Houston to Kansas City (MCI)

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HOU — MCI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Kansas City are usually found in October or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 May 1, 2025.

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$247
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One-way from

$86
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Average price

$394
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/61:11 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/812:30 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/3012:05 pmIAH - MCI
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/46:30 pmMCI - IAH
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/231:51 pmIAH - MCI
2 stops31h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/276:45 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop28h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$259
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Sun 5/118:51 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/3011:50 amIAH - MCI
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Thu 9/46:30 amMCI - IAH
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/30$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/2310:50 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 7/56:25 pmMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/296:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Mon 6/25:26 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/30$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/55:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/87:49 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 6/155:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/195:25 amMCI - IAH
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:50 pmIAH - MCI
2 stops29h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/147:56 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$594

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Kansas City that are best for you.

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HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/6

1:11 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Kansas City

Sun 6/8

12:30 pm-10:23 am

1 stop21h 53m

$247

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/30

12:05 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Kansas City

Thu 9/4

6:30 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$258

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/23

1:51 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops31h 39m

Kansas City

Tue 5/27

6:45 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop28h 41m

$259

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/30

11:50 am-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Kansas City

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$278

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/23

10:50 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Kansas City

Sat 7/5

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$281

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Kansas City

Mon 6/2

5:26 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$293

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/5

5:00 am-8:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

Kansas City

Sun 6/8

7:49 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$324

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/15

5:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

Kansas City

Thu 6/19

5:25 am-9:16 am

1 stop3h 51m

$347

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/12

5:50 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Kansas City

Sat 6/14

7:56 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 24m

$594

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/3

8:57 am-8:12 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$86

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The best insider tips for Houston to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Kansas City trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH website for security checkpoint wait times to ensure a smooth departure experience.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
MCI

For a quick exit, Uber and Lyft are the easiest way to get from MCI to your destination in Kansas City.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

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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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Kansas City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Kansas City is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 May 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Kansas City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to Kansas City. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from Houston?

    Kansas City (MCI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Kansas City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kansas City from Houston; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Kansas City airport from Houston. It is only a 17.4 mi journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Kansas City’s city center.

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

    United Airlines, at $258, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Kansas City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $121 and $122 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $351, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $121. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Kansas City), is priced around $224.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Houston 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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