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$72+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MCI
feb. 14 — feb. 211
sáb. 2/14
sáb. 2/21
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Kansas City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Kansas City flight deals. Data was last updated enero 15, 2026.

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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$218
(Southwest)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$380
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
mié. 2/1810:00 am
MDW
-
MCI
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
mié. 2/256:15 am
MCI
-
MDW
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/13$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
lun. 2/25:32 pm
ORD
-
MCI
2 stops22h 37m
Spirit Airlines
sáb. 2/711:26 am
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop12h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
vie. 3/66:00 am
MDW
-
MCI
1 stop10h 20m
Frontier
dom. 3/88:40 pm
MCI
-
MDW
2 stops26h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
vie. 3/1310:11 pm
ORD
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 43m
American Airlines
mar. 3/177:57 pm
MCI
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
jue. 2/52:52 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop19h 39m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 2/98:41 pm
MCI
-
ORD
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
jue. 2/52:52 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop19h 39m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 2/711:26 am
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop12h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
mié. 2/111:26 pm
MDW
-
MCI
2 stops10h 01m
Delta
mié. 2/186:23 am
MCI
-
MDW
2 stops6h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
mié. 2/116:50 am
ORD
-
MCI
2 stops10h 14m
Delta
mié. 2/1811:28 am
MCI
-
ORD
2 stops9h 16m
Delta
Deal found 1/15$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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. 3/239:25 pm
MDW
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
mié. 3/251:50 pm
MCI
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/13$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
dom. 2/88:43 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop13h 48m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 2/127:00 am
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop14h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
mié. 2/43:15 pm
MDW
-
MCI
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
jue. 2/56:05 pm
MCI
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/14$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
sáb. 1/315:32 pm
ORD
-
MCI
1 stop16h 59m
Spirit Airlines
lun. 2/911:26 am
MCI
-
ORD
1 stop23h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$226

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 enero 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Kansas City that are best for you.

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ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/18

10:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Kansas City

mié. 2/25

6:15 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 20m

$218

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/11

1:26 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Kansas City

mié. 2/18

6:23 am-12:46 pm

2 stops6h 23m

$224

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

mié. 3/18

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Kansas City

lun. 3/23

1:50 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$225

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/6

5:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 10m

Kansas City

dom. 2/8

11:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$230

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

mié. 3/18

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Kansas City

vie. 3/20

5:30 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$231

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/21

12:41 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Kansas City

lun. 2/23

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$235

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

sáb. 2/7

7:30 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Kansas City

lun. 2/9

7:20 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$235

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

mar. 3/24

11:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Kansas City

vie. 3/27

8:30 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$237

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/28

12:41 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Kansas City

lun. 3/2

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$239

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

jue. 2/5

11:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

lun. 2/9

6:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Kansas City

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City (average of $113). Flying from Illinois to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 IL to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 enero 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Kansas City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 enero 15, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to MCI are scheduled on a Wednesday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Kansas City.

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

    A quick flight from Illinois to Kansas City can take about 6h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $230. The distance between Illinois and Kansas City is about 402 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Southwest flights start at $65 while deals on American Airlines start at $85 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Kansas City?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City, Chicago Midway - Kansas City or Lambert-St Louis - Kansas City when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Kansas City.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois 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 Illinois to Kansas City on time: Republic Airways (77%), ANA (74%), Royal Jordanian (71%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $315, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City), is priced around $191.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City (average of $113). Flying from Illinois to Kansas City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 enero 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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