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$72+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis (MCI - MSP)

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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — MSP
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in April or May, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Thursday 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 Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 September 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$428
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/318:28 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop12h 52mFrontier
Mon 11/36:00 amMSP - MCI
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$147
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:38 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Wed 10/2210:00 amMSP - MCI
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/28$156
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:04 amMCI - MSP
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/810:55 amMSP - MCI
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/26$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/318:28 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/24:18 pmMSP - MCI
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/26$184
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:49 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop14h 31mFrontier
Sun 11/166:00 amMSP - MCI
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/27$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Thu 11/68:28 pmMCI - MSP
2 stops14h 06mFrontier
Tue 11/118:51 amMSP - MCI
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$190
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:04 amMCI - MSP
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/910:00 amMSP - MCI
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/33:01 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop8h 55mFrontier
Sun 10/56:45 amMSP - MCI
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/33:01 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop8h 55mFrontier
Mon 10/66:45 amMSP - MCI
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/27$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:49 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1612:51 pmMSP - MCI
2 stops29h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$208

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis 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 September 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Minneapolis

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Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Fri 10/31

8:28 pm-9:20 am

1 stop12h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/3

6:00 am-7:33 pm

1 stop13h 33m

$147

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Thu 11/6

8:28 pm-10:34 am

2 stops14h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/11

8:51 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$190

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Wed 10/29

8:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/4

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$227

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Sat 10/25

5:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/29

10:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$245

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Wed 11/26

6:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/2

3:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$273

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Thu 11/6

5:45 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/11

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$283

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Fri 10/17

11:37 am-8:47 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-7:53 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$285

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Sun 10/26

9:25 am-11:27 pm

2 stops38h 02m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/2

2:24 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$309

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Mon 12/1

2:35 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/5

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$315

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Wed 10/8

7:22 pm-9:05 am

1 stop13h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/12

8:18 am-10:42 am

2 stops26h 24m

$350

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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis

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 Kansas City to Minneapolis in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Kansas City-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Kansas City-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Kansas City to Minneapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Minneapolis trip
Airports
MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, rarely exceeding a 5-minute wait, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
MSP

Use the light rail for a quick, inexpensive trip from MSP to downtown Minneapolis in under 30 minutes.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
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Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on September 26, 2025.

Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MCI to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on September 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated September 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
332 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,158 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 Kansas City to Minneapolis. 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    Booking a flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is your only option if you wish to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis. On a typical day, there are 14 flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul, all of which are around 1h 27m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis.

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

    This flight path from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 19 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Minneapolis in 8h 50m. Fly via Frontier or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Kansas City and Minneapolis is about 393 mi. 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($69), Frontier ($127), and Southwest ($208) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Minneapolis. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis for 81% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis are SkyWest Airlines (81%), WestJet (72%) and Delta (70%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $123. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $184 on average, our data indicates $985 when flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis. 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 September 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$69Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$127Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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