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$79+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City (IND - 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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MCI
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/197:27 pm
IND
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MCI
1 stop15h 36m
Frontier
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
IND
1 stop6h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/278:32 pm
IND
-
MCI
1 stop24h 14m
Frontier
Sun 3/88:40 pm
MCI
-
IND
1 stop21h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/188:18 pm
IND
-
MCI
1 stop15h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
IND
1 stop6h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 2/166:10 pm
IND
-
MCI
1 stop22h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
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IND
1 stop6h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/197:27 pm
IND
-
MCI
2 stops16h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
IND
1 stop6h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:10 pm
IND
-
MCI
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Sun 2/229:10 am
MCI
-
IND
1 stop6h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/177:05 am
IND
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MCI
1 stop5h 32m
Delta
Fri 3/205:40 pm
MCI
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IND
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/127:27 pm
IND
-
MCI
1 stop15h 36m
Frontier
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
IND
1 stop6h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$242

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$365
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City that are best for you.

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IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Thu 2/19

7:27 pm-10:03 am

1 stop15h 36m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$163

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Fri 2/27

8:32 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop24h 14m

Kansas City

Sun 3/8

8:40 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop21h 58m

$166

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Wed 2/18

8:18 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 12m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$184

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Mon 2/16

6:10 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop22h 19m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$185

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Fri 5/22

6:00 am-8:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

Kansas City

Fri 5/29

6:37 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$237

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

5:38 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$237

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Thu 2/19

6:10 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

9:10 am-4:49 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$237

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Sun 2/22

3:40 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

5:47 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 20m

$239

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Sat 5/23

3:53 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Kansas City

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$239

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Fri 2/20

6:15 am-9:54 am

1 stop4h 39m

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

5:47 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 20m

$239

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice 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 Indianapolis-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Kansas City flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 20 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City (average of $75). Flying from Indianapolis to Kansas City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 IND to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 January 20, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Indianapolis to Kansas City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 79% on airfare.

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 January 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Indianapolis to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,183 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,164 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City?

    You will need to book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City if you want to fly from Indianapolis to Kansas City. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Kansas City from the Indianapolis airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from IND to MCI to be around 1h 30m.

  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Kansas City flight route?

    The Indianapolis to Kansas City flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $163, Frontier can have you in Kansas City from Indianapolis in 15h 36m. Indianapolis and Kansas City are separated by a distance of 449 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City round-trip from $178. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $221, and United Airlines, from $239. American Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City are American Airlines ($118), Southwest ($118), and United Airlines ($129).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $356, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $206. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Kansas City), is priced around $237.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City (average of $75). Flying from Indianapolis to Kansas City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$221Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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