Reagan-National

$78+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — DCA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in September or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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.

Round-trip from

$234
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$371
From Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/510:00 amMCI - DCA
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/96:25 amDCA - MCI
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$234
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:00 amMCI - DCA
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/276:00 amDCA - MCI
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$241
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/512:10 pmMCI - DCA
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/84:55 pmDCA - MCI
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$243
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Sun 8/3110:28 amMCI - DCA
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Thu 9/48:59 amDCA - MCI
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/10$248
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Fri 6/278:01 pmMCI - DCA
1 stop19h 56mFrontier
Wed 7/27:00 amDCA - MCI
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$270

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Reagan-National

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Depart

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Price

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Tue 8/5

10:00 am-5:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/9

6:25 am-10:29 am

1 stop5h 04m

$234

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$241

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Fri 12/5

12:10 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops5h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

4:55 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$243

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

10:28 am-4:16 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

8:59 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$248

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Fri 6/27

8:01 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop19h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/2

7:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$270

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Tue 10/14

6:02 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$78

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Mon 10/27

10:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$84

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Mon 9/29

3:50 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$109

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Sun 9/7

7:48 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$120

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - DCA

MCIDCA

Kansas City

Tue 10/14

7:30 am-3:51 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$138

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip
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MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint rarely has long waits, with lines typically under 5 minutes even without TSA PreCheck.

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DCA

DCA has a dedicated Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines, offering a clean and affordable way to reach downtown D.C.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Reagan-National

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Reagan-National. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 19% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Reagan-National. 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 DCA are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C., such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. 3 airlines have flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, with prices starting at $234. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $241 and $243, respectively. United Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. Southwest flights start at $89 while deals on Delta start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), Southwest (84%) or American Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is $129. On average you can expect to pay $416. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $157.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Reagan-National?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Reagan-National

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Reagan-National. 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$111Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$270Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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