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$99+ 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MCI
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Sun 3/23
Sun 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Indianapolis to Kansas City are usually found in September or July, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Kansas City

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(Frontier)

One-way from

$99
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$430
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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 March 18, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:47 pmIND - MCI
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Mon 4/78:35 pmMCI - IND
1 stop20h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:35 amIND - MCI
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/233:59 pmMCI - IND
1 stop26h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:40 amIND - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 4/234:00 pmMCI - IND
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/17$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/147:43 pmIND - MCI
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Mon 4/215:42 pmMCI - IND
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/17$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:45 amIND - MCI
1 stop17h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/184:45 pmMCI - IND
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:00 amIND - MCI
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/166:45 pmMCI - IND
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/267:00 amIND - MCI
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/277:15 amMCI - IND
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 9/196:54 pmIND - MCI
2 stops22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/224:55 pmMCI - IND
2 stops23h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$656

Find flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City within your budget

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 March 18, 2025.

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IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Thu 4/3

6:47 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Kansas City

Mon 4/7

8:35 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$220

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Wed 4/16

5:35 am-2:42 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Kansas City

Wed 4/23

3:59 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 01m

$227

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Wed 4/16

7:40 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Kansas City

Wed 4/23

4:00 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$229

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Mon 4/14

7:43 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Kansas City

Mon 4/21

5:42 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$249

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Fri 5/16

5:45 am-10:41 pm

1 stop17h 56m

Kansas City

Sun 5/18

4:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$256

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Kansas City

Wed 4/16

6:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$257

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Sat 4/26

7:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop4h 03m

Kansas City

Sun 4/27

7:15 am-11:52 am

1 stop3h 37m

$293

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Wed 4/9

5:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 14m

Kansas City

Tue 4/15

7:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$658

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Tue 5/13

5:45 am-9:29 pm

1 stop16h 44m

$99

IndianapolisKansas City

IND - MCI

INDMCI

Indianapolis

Thu 5/8

4:18 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$101

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 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 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

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 March 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 56 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Indianapolis 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 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 March 18, 2025.

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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 March 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Indianapolis to Kansas City have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,611 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $220. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $227, and Southwest, from $229. Frontier is 38% 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 Spirit Airlines ($99), Frontier ($101), and Allegiant Air ($103).

  • 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 $337, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Kansas City), is priced around $229.

  • 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Indianapolis 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 4 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 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 March 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$201Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$217Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$261Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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