Kansas City

$83+ 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MCI
May 18 — May 251
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Kansas City are usually found in August or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 18, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/228:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop9h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/256:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$290
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Expedia 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
Sun 4/1911:53 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$326
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop9h 59m
Frontier
Sat 5/166:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/143:40 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Tue 4/217:00 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/149:05 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop13h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:24 pm
MCI
-
PHL
2 stops28h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1411:59 pm
PHL
-
MCI
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2110:35 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop7h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:35 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Sun 5/102:34 pm
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:41 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop18h 25m
Frontier
Tue 5/52:34 pm
MCI
-
PHL
2 stops20h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/126:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop11h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/1410:35 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop13h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:01 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Sun 4/2611:53 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:17 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 4/196:15 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop7h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$361

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 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Frontier)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$452
Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Kansas City flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Philadelphia-Kansas City flights.
From Philadelphia to Kansas City
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Wed 7/1

7:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Kansas City

Sat 7/4

10:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$387

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 5/1

10:38 am-10:04 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Kansas City

Mon 5/4

5:15 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 44m

$432

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 5/15

10:32 am-4:08 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Kansas City

Mon 5/18

6:19 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$451

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Kansas City

Mon 9/14

8:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$456

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 9/11

12:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 9/14

8:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$456

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 6/30

6:20 am-1:30 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Kansas City

Sat 7/4

10:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$476

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 8/1

11:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Kansas City

Mon 8/10

8:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$480

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 5/26

10:32 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Kansas City

Wed 6/10

1:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$482

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 5/8

8:55 am-5:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Kansas City

Mon 5/11

3:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$485

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 5/4

8:55 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

2:10 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$491

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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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 10, 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 74 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $339). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 18, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% 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 April 11, 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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Our travel experts
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.

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.

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 18, 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 3h 08m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City per day from 4 airlines.

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

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

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City can take about 5h 05m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $387. The distance between Philadelphia and Kansas City is about 1035 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 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 ($84), Spirit Airlines ($85), and Delta ($118).

  • 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: Republic Airways (89%), American Airlines (88%), Malaysia Airlines (85%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $443 for a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $262 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Kansas City) is currently priced at $242.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $339). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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