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$75+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Kansas City (TPA - 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — MCI
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/178:07 pmTPA - MCI
1 stop22h 03mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop24h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/23$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/147:00 amTPA - MCI
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Thu 1/89:48 amMCI - TPA
Nonstop2h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/24$173
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:24 pmTPA - MCI
Nonstop3h 02mFrontier
Thu 1/15:11 pmMCI - TPA
Nonstop2h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/25$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/128:07 pmTPA - MCI
1 stop22h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/157:01 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$180
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Tue 12/238:31 amTPA - MCI
1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3111:33 amMCI - TPA
1 stop11h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/195:45 amTPA - MCI
1 stop5h 23mFrontier
Sun 12/2110:02 amMCI - TPA
Nonstop2h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/24$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/125:45 amTPA - MCI
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Mon 12/1512:46 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop5h 00mFrontier
Deal found 11/24$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Tue 12/911:00 amTPA - MCI
1 stop10h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/137:01 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$211
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:31 amTPA - MCI
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/306:15 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/25$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:12 pmTPA - MCI
2 stops18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/137:01 pmMCI - TPA
1 stop21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$216

Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$60
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$294
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Kansas City that are best for you.

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TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 2/5

11:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

3:38 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$161

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 1/22

6:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Kansas City

Mon 1/26

5:11 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$161

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 12/25

2:24 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Kansas City

Thu 1/1

5:11 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$174

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Tue 1/20

5:59 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Kansas City

Sun 1/25

11:55 am-7:59 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$175

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 1/8

6:45 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 02m

Kansas City

Fri 1/9

11:06 am-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$176

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

5:11 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$189

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Fri 12/12

8:09 am-5:56 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

7:01 pm-7:11 am

1 stop11h 10m

$195

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 2/5

6:13 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 37m

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

4:28 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$203

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Fri 12/26

8:31 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Kansas City

Tue 12/30

6:15 pm-7:36 am

1 stop12h 21m

$225

TampaKansas City

TPA - MCI

TPAMCI

Tampa

Thu 2/5

6:50 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

1:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$236

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Compare providers for flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Kansas City in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 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 Tampa-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Kansas City flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Tampa-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 Tampa to Kansas City

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Tampa to Kansas City, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Kansas City (average of $88). Flying from Tampa to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 TPA to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 November 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Kansas City at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on November 25, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 November 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tampa to Kansas City, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,037 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,156 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,101 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

    Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kansas City from Tampa. Booking flights from Tampa (TPA) to Kansas City (MCI) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to Kansas City from 6 different airlines. 2h 55m is how long a flight from Tampa to Kansas City will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Flights from Tampa to Kansas City have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $174, American Airlines can have you in Kansas City from Tampa in 3h 02m. There are 1048 mi between Tampa and Kansas City. 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 Tampa to Kansas City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Tampa to Kansas City is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $98 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Allegiant Air and Spirit Airlines, starting at $117 and $159 round-trip. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (Tampa - Kansas City) can be booked for $165 on average, our data indicates $245 when flying from Tampa to Kansas City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Kansas City (average of $88). Flying from Tampa to Kansas City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Kansas City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$117Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$227Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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