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$79+ Cheap flights from Houston to Kansas City (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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MCI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 Wednesday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$243
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$397
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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.
Sun 8/241:05 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/205:25 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$243
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/269:33 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop12h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/3011:00 amMCI - IAH
2 stops30h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$246
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.
Sat 8/26:01 amIAH - MCI
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/47:49 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$251
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.
Sun 8/246:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Sat 9/202:55 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/10$253
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.
Thu 9/42:33 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/85:33 amMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$266
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1010:03 amIAH - MCI
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1710:30 amMCI - IAH
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$274
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.
Thu 7/315:30 amIAH - MCI
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Tue 8/55:45 amMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/10$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 10/195:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:10 amMCI - IAH
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$287
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop13h 06mFrontier
Mon 7/711:20 amMCI - IAH
1 stop28h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$343
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:01 pmHOU - MCI
2 stops25h 26mAllegiant Air
Wed 6/185:04 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop24h 04mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$381
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/129:38 amHOU - MCI
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/185:04 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop24h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$540
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:00 amHOU - MCI
2 stops11h 00mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/127:56 pmMCI - HOU
2 stops13h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$8,119

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.
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

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/24

1:05 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Kansas City

Sat 9/20

5:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$243

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/26

9:33 pm-10:00 am

1 stop12h 27m

Kansas City

Mon 6/30

11:00 am-5:28 pm

2 stops30h 28m

$246

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/2

6:01 am-9:53 am

1 stop3h 52m

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

7:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$251

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Kansas City

Sat 9/20

2:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$253

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/4

2:33 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Kansas City

Mon 9/8

7:00 am-2:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$266

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/10

10:03 am-7:09 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Kansas City

Thu 7/17

10:30 am-7:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$274

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/31

5:30 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Kansas City

Tue 8/5

5:45 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$276

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/19

5:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Tue 10/21

8:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$287

HoustonKansas City

IAH - MCI

IAHMCI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-7:06 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Kansas City

Mon 7/7

11:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$343

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/11

7:03 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops25h 24m

Kansas City

Sun 7/13

7:59 pm-6:13 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$414

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Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website to plan your arrival efficiently.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU offers valet parking near the terminal entrance, saving time compared to searching for a spot in the garage.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
MCI

For a quick exit, use Uber or Lyft from the second curb outside MCI's terminal.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Evie Carrick

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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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Expert on MCI

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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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Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 June 9, 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Kansas City at noon. 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 June 12, 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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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 2 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?

    Southwest, at $243, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Kansas City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. These flights start at 38% 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 Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $79 and $89 on United Airlines and American Airlines, 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 $296, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $167. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Kansas City), is priced around $208.

  • 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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