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$59+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kansas City (MCI)

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WAS — MCI
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City are usually found in August or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$555
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kansas City
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kansas City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($67 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:08 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop23h 12m
Frontier
Mon 3/95:05 pm
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:00 am
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop29h 03m
Frontier
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop12h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:50 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop16h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/254:24 pm
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop14h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/177:54 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop12h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Mon 2/26:00 am
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Fri 2/612:45 pm
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop10h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 1/12$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1812:30 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop12h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$176
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/26:00 am
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/511:26 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop6h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:50 pm
BWI
-
MCI
2 stops25h 43m
Frontier
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop12h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/177:54 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2011:00 am
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop7h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/217:19 pm
BWI
-
MCI
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/254:24 pm
MCI
-
BWI
1 stop14h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$189
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:00 am
DCA
-
MCI
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:46 pm
MCI
-
DCA
1 stop24h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:55 am
DCA
-
MCI
Nonstop3h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 2/186:00 am
MCI
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$269

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City that are best for you.

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BaltimoreKansas City

BWI - MCI

BWIMCI

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/18

6:50 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops25h 43m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-12:31 am

1 stop12h 36m

$182

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

DCA - MCI

DCAMCI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/17

12:45 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Kansas City

Tue 2/17

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$269

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

IAD - MCI

IADMCI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/14

1:00 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Kansas City

Tue 2/17

5:30 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$269

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

IAD - MCI

IADMCI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/11

8:20 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Kansas City

Wed 2/18

12:37 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$279

BaltimoreKansas City

BWI - MCI

BWIMCI

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/2

9:03 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops20h 06m

Kansas City

Thu 2/5

11:26 am-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$281

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

DCA - MCI

DCAMCI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Kansas City

Wed 2/18

5:06 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$289

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

IAD - MCI

IADMCI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 51m

Kansas City

Tue 2/17

5:37 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$289

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

IAD - MCI

IADMCI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/21

1:00 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

12:37 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$296

BaltimoreKansas City

BWI - MCI

BWIMCI

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/23

6:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Kansas City

Wed 2/25

5:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$309

Washington, D.C.Kansas City

DCA - MCI

DCAMCI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/17

1:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Kansas City

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$309

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City is 78 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 Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City (average of $135). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 WAS to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 January 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to MCI are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Kansas City trip
Airports
IAD

For a smooth departure from IAD, use the Aerotrain to quickly reach your gate. Pay attention to signage as it's not a loop system.

MCI

For a quick exit at MCI, Uber and Lyft are the easiest options. They depart from the second curb across from the exit.

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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 January 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Washington, D.C. 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Kansas City from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 11 flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

    Airlines like Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City in about 3h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 43m. There are 947 mi between Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Kansas City round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Kansas City, with prices starting at $90. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $125 and $222, respectively. Frontier is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City are Frontier ($50), Delta ($108), and Southwest ($126).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City consider choosing Copa Airlines (78%), Brussels Airlines (78%) or Lufthansa (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City is generally $405, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $169. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $265 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City (average of $135). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Washington, D.C. to Kansas City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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