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$109+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Kansas City (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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MCI
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Kansas City are usually found in October or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(Southwest)

One-way from

$109
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$364
From Houston Hobby to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 8/2011:20 amHOU - MCI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/273:10 pmMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/25$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/201:05 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Wed 8/274:11 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/28$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/302:30 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/318:45 amMCI - HOU
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$295

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Kansas City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

11:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Kansas City

Wed 8/27

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$217

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

1:05 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Kansas City

Wed 8/27

4:11 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$237

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/30

2:30 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

8:45 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$295

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/27

8:50 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$109

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/26

6:34 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$119

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$159

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/5

9:28 am-9:25 am

2 stops23h 57m

$180

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/19

9:28 am-10:23 am

2 stops24h 55m

$195

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Deals found on 7/28

The best insider tips for Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City trip
Airports
HOU

HOU's compact terminal allows travelers to arrive closer to departure time, minimizing wait times and making it ideal for quick trips.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
MCI

For quick access to downtown, take the RideKC bus from MCI. It's free and departs hourly, taking about an hour to reach downtown.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Kansas City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City is 86 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 HOU to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 July 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 July 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston Hobby to Kansas City. 5 airlines have flights to Kansas City from Houston Hobby on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to Kansas City should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $217 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $237 and $295 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City one-way?

    $109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $159, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    While on average a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City is generally $269, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $194 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Hobby to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$162Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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