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$63+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — PHL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop13h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:59 pm
PHL
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MCI
1 stop15h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop13h 06m
Frontier
Thu 2/265:30 am
PHL
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MCI
1 stop29h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:26 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop10h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:59 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop15h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$156
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Fri 2/2011:26 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop11h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/245:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop10h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/2011:26 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop12h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/227:12 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop15h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop13h 06m
Frontier
Sat 2/2812:28 pm
PHL
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MCI
1 stop22h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:55 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop13h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/244:14 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:26 am
MCI
-
PHL
1 stop10h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/246:40 pm
PHL
-
MCI
2 stops22h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2211:26 am
MCI
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PHL
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/15:30 am
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop29h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:26 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop10h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/2812:28 pm
PHL
-
MCI
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/611:26 am
MCI
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PHL
1 stop20h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/86:08 pm
PHL
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MCI
1 stop17h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$179

Find 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$433
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-1:01 am

1 stop13h 06m

Philadelphia

Wed 2/25

7:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 31m

$143

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Fri 2/20

11:26 am-12:44 am

1 stop12h 18m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/22

7:12 pm-9:53 am

1 stop15h 41m

$160

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Fri 2/20

11:26 am-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Philadelphia

Thu 2/26

5:30 am-9:56 am

1 stop29h 26m

$160

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Mon 4/6

11:26 am-8:39 am

1 stop20h 13m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

6:08 pm-10:23 am

1 stop17h 15m

$179

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Tue 2/24

4:24 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop18h 58m

Philadelphia

Thu 2/26

8:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop14h 31m

$190

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Thu 4/9

11:26 am-8:39 am

1 stop20h 13m

Philadelphia

Mon 4/13

8:18 am-10:23 am

1 stop27h 05m

$205

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

11:26 am-8:44 am

1 stop20h 18m

Philadelphia

Thu 2/26

8:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop14h 31m

$212

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

11:26 am-8:44 am

1 stop20h 18m

Philadelphia

Tue 2/24

5:30 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$228

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Fri 4/10

11:26 am-12:16 am

1 stop11h 50m

Philadelphia

Sun 4/12

8:25 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop24h 33m

$247

Kansas CityPhiladelphia

MCI - PHL

MCIPHL

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

10:14 am-1:01 am

1 stop13h 47m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/28

10:59 pm-9:58 am

2 stops11h 59m

$264

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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 Philadelphia in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Kansas City-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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-Philadelphia 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 Kansas City to Philadelphia

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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 January 23, 2026.

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 65 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 $119). Flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 January 26, 2026.

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 89% versus a flight at noon.

The best insider tips for Kansas City to Philadelphia flights

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

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 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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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 January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Philadelphia. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,379 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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 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 4 daily flights to Philadelphia from 5 different airlines. 2h 39m 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 24 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 Philadelphia?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Kansas City to Philadelphia in about 20h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1035 mi between Kansas City and Philadelphia.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Philadelphia is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $119 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $123 and $204 round-trip. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $57 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 Delta, with prices starting from $73 and $136, 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%), Aer Lingus (92%), PSA Airlines( 87%).

  • 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 $1,016, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $232. The most popular route (Kansas City - Philadelphia), is priced around $143.

  • 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 $119). Flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$119Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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