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$113+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia (MCI - PHL)

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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — PHL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Philadelphia are usually found in September or July, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 June 12, 2025.

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$227
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One-way from

$113
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$381
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:45 amMCI - PHL
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/253:46 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/234:23 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/255:30 amPHL - MCI
1 stop5h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/61:52 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:00 amPHL - MCI
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:01 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Mon 8/45:30 amPHL - MCI
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/305:40 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Wed 7/27:30 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:44 amMCI - PHL
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Sun 8/315:25 amPHL - MCI
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/12$306
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Sat 8/166:05 amMCI - PHL
2 stops7h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/239:55 amPHL - MCI
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$404

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MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

5:45 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/25

3:46 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$227

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Wed 7/23

4:23 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/25

5:30 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 51m

$248

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Wed 8/6

3:17 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 07m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$255

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Fri 8/1

8:01 pm-5:09 am

1 stop8h 08m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/4

5:30 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 51m

$260

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Mon 6/30

5:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 35m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/2

7:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$287

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sat 7/5

8:10 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/9

6:27 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$367

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sat 8/16

6:05 am-2:08 pm

2 stops7h 03m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/23

9:55 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$404

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Wed 7/16

4:23 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$113

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Mon 6/23

8:01 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 09m

$130

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sat 8/30

2:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$159

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Philadelphia flights

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

MCI's central security checkpoint has 16 lanes, ensuring quick passage. Expect minimal wait times, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
PHL

For quick access to downtown, use SEPTA's Airport Line from PHL. It's efficient and operates from 5:00 a.m. to midnight.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
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Matt Meltzer

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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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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 92% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Philadelphia. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to PHL are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Philadelphia is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from Kansas City. Booking flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL) should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily flights to Philadelphia from 6 different airlines. 2h 41m is how long a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    The Kansas City to Philadelphia flight path was viewed by 36 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Philadelphia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $227 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Frontier, starting at $255 and $260 round-trip. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Philadelphia one-way?

    $113 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $130 and $159, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), PSA Airlines (87%), Qatar Airways( 86%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia? While on average our users pay $1,911, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $151. The most popular route (Kansas City - Philadelphia), is priced around $226.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Kansas City to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$323Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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