Kansas City

$85+ 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MCI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Kansas City are usually found in August or July, booked 54 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 October 30, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:15 amPHL - MCI
1 stop13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/78:45 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:34 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop7h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:46 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/126:15 amPHL - MCI
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:49 pmMCI - PHL
2 stops19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/56:00 amPHL - MCI
2 stops12h 56mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/87:01 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop18h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/193:10 pmPHL - MCI
2 stops21h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/226:00 amMCI - PHL
2 stops17h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 12/1110:00 pmPHL - MCI
2 stops14h 18mFrontier
Sun 12/148:45 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sat 12/65:40 amPHL - MCI
1 stop13h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:46 pmMCI - PHL
2 stops22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amPHL - MCI
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1610:35 amMCI - PHL
2 stops25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 12/3010:00 pmPHL - MCI
2 stops13h 08mFrontier
Fri 1/211:13 amMCI - PHL
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:15 amPHL - MCI
1 stop7h 13mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amMCI - PHL
3 stops32h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/28:54 pmPHL - MCI
2 stops16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/37:31 pmMCI - PHL
2 stops19h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$261

Cheap 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$397
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. 3% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Kansas City

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Price

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Wed 11/12

6:15 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Kansas City

Wed 11/12

6:49 pm-3:22 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$247

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-5:56 pm

2 stops12h 56m

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

7:01 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$248

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 11/3

5:50 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 27m

Kansas City

Wed 11/5

6:49 pm-4:49 am

1 stop9h 00m

$270

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Wed 11/19

7:55 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops17h 08m

Kansas City

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-7:32 am

1 stop24h 32m

$285

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 12/2

6:07 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

3:27 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$319

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 12/20

1:25 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Kansas City

Tue 12/30

7:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop3h 50m

$319

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Tue 12/16

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Kansas City

Thu 12/18

7:05 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$319

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 12/29

6:35 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 08m

Kansas City

Sat 1/3

6:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$339

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 12/29

7:19 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Kansas City

Thu 1/1

6:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$339

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 12/5

5:01 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

8:05 am-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$339

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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 Philadelphia-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 October 24, 2025.

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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $112). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in August is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% 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 October 26, 2025.

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 afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Philadelphia to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Philadelphia to Kansas City trip
Airports
PHL

For a quick departure, use the inter-terminal shuttle bus linking Terminal F, C, and A every 10 minutes.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
MCI

For a quick exit from MCI, use Uber or Lyft from the second curb across the exit; rides are affordable.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 58m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City per day from 6 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 17m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $319. 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 Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $214 and $228, 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 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: American Airlines (83%), Malaysia Airlines (78%), Qatar Airways (72%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $397 for a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $180 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Kansas City) is currently priced at $156.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $112). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in August is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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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Discover the top 6 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$214Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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