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$145+ 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MCI
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/244:21 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop18h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/111:14 amMCI - HOU
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/319:05 amHOU - MCI
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:04 amMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/267:40 amHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 12/315:45 amMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/267:40 amHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/37:05 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/255:40 amHOU - MCI
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:04 amMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/2610:13 amHOU - MCI
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:04 amMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/244:21 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop18h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:02 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$432
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/258:45 amHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/296:55 amMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/297:40 amHOU - MCI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 12/303:40 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/2610:13 amHOU - MCI
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:02 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$457
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/2910:30 amHOU - MCI
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/311:30 pmMCI - HOU
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$462

Find flight deals from Hobby to Kansas City

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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$300
(Southwest)

One-way from

$145
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$375
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Kansas City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

11:09 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Kansas City

Wed 1/14

4:00 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$309

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

5:49 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$309

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/19

9:10 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Kansas City

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$310

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

1:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$310

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Kansas City

Mon 1/12

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$311

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

5:45 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Kansas City

Sat 1/31

8:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$320

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:04 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Kansas City

Wed 1/28

10:44 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$320

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

9:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Kansas City

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$326

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

8:40 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$145

HoustonKansas City

HOU - MCI

HOUMCI

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/3

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$145

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby 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
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Hobby to Kansas City

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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City is 82 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City (average of $78). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% 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 December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

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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Matt Meltzer

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Scott Laird

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Expert on HOU

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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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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, 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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 1 inbound flight from Houston Hobby per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    Departing from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City will take you 2h. There are 667 mi between Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $78 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $117 and $162 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City for 79% 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?

    $72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $88 and $98, 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 $361, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $177. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $154 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City (average of $78). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$162Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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