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$80+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City (PHL - 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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MCI
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/195:05 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Thu 4/2311:53 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:35 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Wed 5/132:34 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:35 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$200
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:01 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Sun 5/311:53 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/256:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Wed 5/276:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/228:35 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Mon 5/256:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$206
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:36 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 30m
Frontier
Mon 4/2011:13 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/135:32 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/182:51 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/188:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop9h 59m
Frontier
Wed 5/206:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sun 8/22:20 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop28h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/76:19 pm
MCI
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PHL
1 stop17h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$230

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(Priceline)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$475
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 5/26

9:10 am-4:00 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Kansas City

Wed 5/27

1:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$397

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 7/21

10:40 am-7:09 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Kansas City

Sun 7/26

6:25 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 21m

$408
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 7/3

9:21 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Kansas City

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$419

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 5/1

11:10 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Kansas City

Mon 5/4

3:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$444

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 6/5

6:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

Kansas City

Sun 6/7

5:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$451

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Thu 6/25

6:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

Kansas City

Sun 6/28

5:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$478

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 5/15

12:20 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Kansas City

Sun 5/17

2:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$483

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 8/28

11:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Kansas City

Sun 8/30

9:10 am-5:40 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$505

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 5/12

9:55 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Kansas City

Fri 5/15

11:29 am-7:37 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$509

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 4/17

5:19 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Kansas City

Mon 4/20

5:46 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$513

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Philadelphia-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $146). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 PHL to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 April 1, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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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 April 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,367 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,545 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,006 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City, you will be flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Flights to Kansas City (MCI) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 2h 57m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City per day from 4 airlines.

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

    The Philadelphia to Kansas City flight path was viewed by 4 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City can take about 6h 53m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $180. The distance between Philadelphia and Kansas City is about 1035 mi.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Kansas City, with prices starting at $141. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $256 and $285, respectively. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City for 66% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City are Frontier ($85), Spirit Airlines ($85), and Delta ($109).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City on time: Malaysia Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (84%), British Airways (75%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $382 for a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $219 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Kansas City) is currently priced at $230.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $146). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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