$89+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MCI
Sep 29 — Oct 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Kansas CityExplore 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 August 30, 2026.
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 August 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/195:50 am -
1 stop14h 58m
Wed 10/218:43 pm -
1 stop27h 33m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/53:30 pm -
2 stops29h 07m
Thu 10/810:36 am -
1 stop13h 02m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/125:50 am -
1 stop14h 58m
Thu 10/158:43 pm -
2 stops33h 38m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/65:32 pm -
2 stops27h 05m
Mon 10/1210:06 am -
1 stop12h 37m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$382
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/135:22 pm -
2 stops27h 25m
Sat 11/218:18 pm -
1 stop19h 46m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/77:59 pm -
1 stop14h 47m
Mon 10/1210:06 am -
1 stop27h 29m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$384
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:37 pm -
1 stop17h 16m
Mon 9/711:26 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sat 9/58:30 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Sun 9/61:38 pm -
2 stops40h 37m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/37:00 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Sun 9/64:47 pm -
2 stops37h 28m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sun 10/117:50 am -
1 stop26h 26m
Thu 10/1510:36 am -
1 stop13h 02m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 9/248:41 am -
2 stops35h 56m
Thu 10/110:06 am -
1 stop13h 24m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
Best flights from Philadelphia to Kansas CityDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Tue 9/292:00 pm -
2 stops6h 55m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:50 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Tue 10/65:40 am -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2910:45 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Tue 10/67:10 am -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 11/66:13 pm -
1 stop6h 43m
Mon 11/93:54 pm -
1 stop5h 19m
Deal found 8/26![Delta logo]()
$435
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1211:55 am -
2 stops7h 30m
Wed 9/162:00 pm -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/72:45 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Sun 11/82:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$459
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 9/255:30 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Sun 9/278:15 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:00 am -
2 stops7h 30m
Mon 10/1912:05 pm -
2 stops6h 30m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$468
Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to Kansas CityDiscover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Data last updated August 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Data last updated August 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/28:37 pm -
1 stop17h 16m
Sun 9/64:47 pm -
2 stops37h 28m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$395
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/37:00 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Sun 9/64:47 pm -
2 stops37h 28m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$389
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:37 pm -
1 stop17h 16m
Mon 9/711:26 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sat 9/58:30 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Sun 9/61:38 pm -
2 stops40h 37m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/511:24 am -
Nonstop3h 08m
Sun 9/610:45 am -
Nonstop2h 49m
Deal found 8/26![American Airlines logo]()
$398
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/96:00 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Fri 9/114:15 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/96:25 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Wed 9/161:25 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 9/248:41 am -
2 stops35h 56m
Thu 10/110:06 am -
1 stop13h 24m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sat 9/2612:40 pm -
2 stops34h 05m
Sun 10/410:36 am -
1 stop12h 54m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 9/288:41 am -
2 stops35h 56m
Sun 10/410:36 am -
1 stop12h 54m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$396
One-way flights from Philadelphia to Kansas CitySearch for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/27:10 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/305:32 pm -
2 stops40h 14m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/15:32 pm -
2 stops16h 14m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Tue 10/2712:36 pm -
2 stops32h 11m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/285:22 pm -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 11/2311:54 am -
1 stop7h 49m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/298:30 am -
2 stops36h 17m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/125:22 pm -
2 stops27h 26m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/198:30 am -
2 stops36h 18m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$132
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 August 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $377 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $89 (Southwest) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $468 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 30, 2026.
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 Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Tue 9/22
1:45 pm-9:15 pm
2 stops8h 30m
Kansas City
Tue 9/29
2:00 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops6h 55m
$417
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Sat 10/3
8:50 am-1:21 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Kansas City
Tue 10/6
5:40 am-1:21 pm
1 stop6h 41m
$417
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Tue 9/29
10:45 am-4:10 pm
1 stop6h 25m
Kansas City
Tue 10/6
7:10 am-1:15 pm
1 stop5h 05m
$417
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Fri 11/6
6:13 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop6h 43m
Kansas City
Mon 11/9
3:54 pm-10:13 pm
1 stop5h 19m
$435
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Sat 9/12
11:55 am-6:25 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Kansas City
Wed 9/16
2:00 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop6h 00m
$453
Quickest round-trip
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Sat 11/7
2:45 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop4h 30m
Kansas City
Sun 11/8
2:35 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$459
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Fri 9/25
5:30 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop6h 50m
Kansas City
Sun 9/27
8:15 am-3:55 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$467
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Wed 10/14
6:00 am-12:30 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Kansas City
Mon 10/19
12:05 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops6h 30m
$468
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Fri 10/2
7:10 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$89
PhiladelphiaKansas City
PHL Philadelphia - MCI Kansas City
PHLMCI
Philadelphia
Thu 2/25
7:05 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$209
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
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 73 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $381). Flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $500). 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 August 30, 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets at noon.
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 August 22, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to Kansas City on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $280.
What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 16m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 08m.
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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 August 30, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
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2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2025
MCO - STL
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