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$131+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Tucson (MCI - TUS)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — TUS
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Tucson

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amMCI - TUS
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:40 amTUS - MCI
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/299:44 amMCI - TUS
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amTUS - MCI
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2511:14 amMCI - TUS
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amTUS - MCI
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$470
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amMCI - TUS
1 stop14h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:17 pmTUS - MCI
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:45 amMCI - TUS
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/292:40 pmTUS - MCI
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Thu 12/251:45 pmMCI - TUS
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Sun 12/287:55 pmTUS - MCI
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/12$486
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:15 pmMCI - TUS
2 stops24h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/287:43 pmTUS - MCI
1 stop18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:45 amMCI - TUS
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:45 pmTUS - MCI
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$497
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:45 pmMCI - TUS
1 stop16h 10mFrontier
Sun 1/412:50 pmTUS - MCI
1 stop6h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$510

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Tucson

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

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$426
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Tucson 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Tucson that are best for you.

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Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-7:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Tucson

Sun 1/25

9:59 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$264

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

5:45 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

Tucson

Wed 1/14

10:41 am-4:08 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Tucson

Sat 1/24

2:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Tucson

Mon 1/26

2:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

3:46 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Tucson

Wed 1/14

12:24 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Tucson

Sun 1/25

2:55 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Tucson

Mon 1/26

2:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Tucson

Mon 1/26

2:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$287

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-5:04 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Tucson

Sun 1/25

2:55 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$292

Kansas CityTucson

MCI - TUS

MCITUS

Kansas City

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-10:27 pm

2 stops16h 27m

Tucson

Sat 1/24

1:35 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$292

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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Tucson

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tucson 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 Tucson

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Tucson. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Tucson. 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 Tucson?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Tucson (average of $138). Flying from Kansas City to Tucson in January is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 TUS?

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

When flying from Kansas City to Tucson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Tucson, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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 Tucson. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Tucson?

    A quick flight from Kansas City to Tucson can take about 5h 15m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $287. The distance between Kansas City and Tucson is about 1034 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Tucson, with prices starting at $133. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $266 and $266, respectively. Delta is 64% 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 Tucson one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $105. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Tucson for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Tucson (average of $138). Flying from Kansas City to Tucson in January is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Tucson

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Tucson. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$142Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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