$44+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Tampa (MCI - TPA)
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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — TPA
Feb 21 — Feb 281
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Tampa
Cheapest flights from Kansas City to TampaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 22, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 22, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
- TPA
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:25 am
TPA
- MCI
1 stop5h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$132
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/148:36 pm
MCI
- TPA
1 stop17h 55m
Frontier
Sat 2/217:00 am
TPA
- MCI
Nonstop3h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$134
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/2810:00 am
MCI
- TPA
Nonstop2h 40m
Frontier
Mon 3/912:58 pm
TPA
- MCI
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
- TPA
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Thu 2/267:35 pm
TPA
- MCI
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2210:14 am
MCI
- TPA
1 stop11h 06m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:25 am
TPA
- MCI
1 stop5h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2011:00 am
MCI
- TPA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:25 am
TPA
- MCI
1 stop5h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
- TPA
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Tue 2/244:13 pm
TPA
- MCI
2 stops24h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2011:00 am
MCI
- TPA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Thu 2/267:35 pm
TPA
- MCI
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2011:00 am
MCI
- TPA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Sat 2/287:35 pm
TPA
- MCI
1 stop15h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
- TPA
1 stop6h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/259:55 pm
TPA
- MCI
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
Find flight deals from Kansas City to Tampa
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Tampa (TPA). 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 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $132 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $44 (Frontier) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $336 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Tampa 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 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Tampa that are best for you.
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Fly to
Tampa
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Sat 2/14
8:36 pm-12:16 am
2 stops26h 40m
Tampa
Sat 2/21
7:35 pm-9:29 am
1 stop14h 54m
$273
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Tue 2/17
5:40 pm-9:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Tampa
Tue 2/24
1:45 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop7h 05m
$293
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Wed 2/18
5:35 am-11:33 am
1 stop4h 58m
Tampa
Tue 2/24
7:57 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop4h 43m
$303
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Wed 4/15
11:30 am-5:45 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Tampa
Mon 4/20
6:20 am-8:15 am
Nonstop2h 55m
$303
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Sat 3/7
8:15 pm-11:45 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Tampa
Mon 3/16
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Nonstop3h 00m
$303
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Wed 4/15
11:30 am-5:45 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Tampa
Sat 4/18
6:55 pm-8:50 pm
Nonstop2h 55m
$303
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Tue 3/31
8:35 pm-12:05 am
Nonstop2h 30m
Tampa
Mon 4/6
5:15 am-7:15 am
Nonstop3h 00m
$310
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Wed 2/18
5:06 pm-12:01 am
1 stop5h 55m
Tampa
Sat 2/28
11:02 am-4:01 pm
1 stop5h 59m
$313
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Sat 2/21
7:00 am-2:48 pm
1 stop6h 48m
Tampa
Wed 2/25
2:51 pm-6:39 pm
1 stop4h 48m
$313
Kansas CityTampa
MCI - TPA
MCITPA
Kansas City
Sat 2/14
4:40 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop4h 35m
Tampa
Sat 2/21
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Nonstop3h 00m
$313
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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Tampa
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 Tampa in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Tampa 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 Kansas City-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Tampa?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Tampa. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Tampa, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Tampa?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Tampa (average of $89). Flying from Kansas City to Tampa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 TPA?
Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 22, 2026.
When flying from Kansas City to Tampa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the morning.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Kansas City to Tampa?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Kansas City to Tampa chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 20% of 1-stop itineraries from Kansas City to Tampa on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Kansas City to Tampa?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Kansas City to Tampa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $159.
What’s the fastest layover option from Kansas City to Tampa?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Kansas City to Tampa, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 19m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Kansas City to Tampa?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Kansas City to Tampa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 01m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated January 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to Tampa
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Tampa. 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 22, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$69 | Average$155 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$87 | Average$180 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$89 | Average$219 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$190 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$225 | Average$369 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |