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$73+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — WAS
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Sun 8/24
Sun 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 August 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$160
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$73
(Priceline)

Popular in

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August

Average price

$264
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 19, 2025.

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Fri 9/125:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Thu 9/1811:43 amBWI - MCI
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$160
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Fri 10/1011:37 amMCI - BWI
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Mon 10/136:05 amBWI - MCI
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$163
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Fri 10/35:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Wed 10/86:45 pmBWI - MCI
1 stop16h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$165
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Thu 9/185:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/241:17 pmBWI - MCI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$169
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Fri 9/55:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/76:27 pmBWI - MCI
1 stop20h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$170
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Fri 10/3111:12 amMCI - BWI
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Sun 11/29:13 amBWI - MCI
1 stop26h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$171
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Sun 9/73:01 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop25h 41mFrontier
Thu 9/1811:43 amBWI - MCI
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$176
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Sun 9/143:01 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop25h 41mFrontier
Sun 9/218:14 pmBWI - MCI
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$182
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Sat 9/65:15 amMCI - BWI
1 stop9h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/81:17 pmBWI - MCI
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$183
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Thu 10/911:37 amMCI - BWI
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Mon 10/136:05 amBWI - MCI
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$184
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Fri 9/195:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/289:59 pmBWI - MCI
2 stops19h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$185
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Thu 9/45:15 pmMCI - BWI
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/79:59 pmBWI - MCI
2 stops19h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$186

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. 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 August 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 9/12

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/18

11:43 am-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$160

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 10/10

11:37 am-12:13 am

1 stop11h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/13

6:05 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 37m

$163

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Thu 10/23

11:37 am-12:13 am

1 stop11h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/26

6:05 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 37m

$163

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Thu 10/16

11:37 am-12:13 am

1 stop11h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/23

6:05 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 37m

$163

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 9/19

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/21

8:14 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$165

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 10/3

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/6

6:22 am-4:20 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$165

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Thu 10/2

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/6

6:22 am-4:20 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$165

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 9/26

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/28

8:14 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$165

Kansas CityBaltimore

MCI - BWI

MCIBWI

Kansas City

Fri 10/3

5:15 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/8

6:45 pm-10:42 am

1 stop16h 57m

$165

Kansas CityWashington, D.C.

MCI - IAD

MCIIAD

Kansas City

Fri 9/19

5:15 am-6:19 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/25

7:14 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop28h 53m

$212

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

MCI's central security checkpoint rarely has long waits. Even without TSA PreCheck, expect a wait of no more than 5 minutes.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the D.C. Metro, which is clean, affordable, and connects directly to the airport's dedicated stop.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

The Washington Metro Silver line reaches IAD in under 40 minutes, making it a cheap and efficient way to get to the city.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
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Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

Matt Meltzer

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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Emily Zemler

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Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 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 Washington, D.C.?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. in April 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. 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 August 19, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated August 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,037 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,211 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Kansas City is the only Kansas City airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Kansas City on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    Frontier can get you from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. in just under 6h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Kansas City and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 964 mi.

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

    Frontier, at $111, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    While some choose either Kansas City - Baltimore/Washington or Kansas City - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Kansas City - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Kansas City to Washington, D.C..

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. are Copa Airlines (73%), United Airlines (70%) and Lufthansa (70%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. is $251. On average you can expect to pay $2,087. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $205.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. 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.?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. in April 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 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.. 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 August 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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