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$64+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Kansas City (RDU - 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MCI
ene. 8 — ene. 151
jue. 1/8
jue. 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 9, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
lun. 12/296:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
lun. 1/511:38 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/316:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
lun. 1/511:38 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/305:50 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/56:15 pmMCI - RDU
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/305:50 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop24h 20mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/56:15 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
lun. 12/296:00 amRDU - MCI
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/56:15 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/315:50 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/56:15 pmMCI - RDU
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
mié. 12/178:15 amRDU - MCI
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/66:15 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$242
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:26 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop26h 24mFrontier
dom. 12/2110:02 amMCI - RDU
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
mié. 12/178:15 amRDU - MCI
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/88:23 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/308:00 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop4h 56mDelta
lun. 1/57:59 pmMCI - RDU
Nonstop2h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/9$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
vie. 12/196:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
lun. 12/228:45 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/305:31 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
dom. 1/49:13 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$279

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 diciembre 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Frontier)

One-way from

$64
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$329
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 diciembre 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Kansas City that are best for you.

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RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 1/15

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Kansas City

dom. 1/18

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$199

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 2/11

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Kansas City

dom. 2/15

7:59 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$199

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Kansas City

mar. 1/20

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$199

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 1/23

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Kansas City

dom. 1/25

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$199

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 1/9

7:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Kansas City

dom. 1/11

6:18 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 57m

$209

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 4/16

7:58 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Kansas City

lun. 4/20

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$209

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/24

5:21 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Kansas City

dom. 1/25

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$209

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 2/27

6:53 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Kansas City

lun. 3/2

5:35 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$219

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 1/7

5:50 pm-10:31 am

1 stop17h 41m

$81

RaleighKansas City

RDU - MCI

RDUMCI

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 1/2

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop5h 08m

$106

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Kansas City in December.
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 Raleigh-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Kansas City is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kansas City (average of $88). Flying from Raleigh to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 RDU to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 diciembre 9, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Kansas City in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 diciembre 9, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,089 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,085 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Kansas City from Raleigh, then you need to book flights from Raleigh-Durham to Kansas City. There is 1 flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Kansas City (MCI) per day to choose from. Flights to Kansas City from Raleigh-Durham are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 49m is how long a nonstop flight from Raleigh to Kansas City typically takes.

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

    The Raleigh-Durham to Kansas City flight path was viewed by 2 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 Raleigh to Kansas City?

    Departing from Raleigh to Kansas City will take you 3h 09m. Raleigh and Kansas City are separated by a distance of 902 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Kansas City round-trip from $141. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $157, and American Airlines, from $176. Frontier is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $88. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Kansas City for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Kansas City?

    Before booking your flight to Kansas City from Raleigh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (85%), Endeavor Airlines (85%), Southwest( 50%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $374, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Kansas City), is priced around $199.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kansas City (average of $88). Flying from Raleigh to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 diciembre 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$165Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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