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$145+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — HOU
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Hobby

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Hobby
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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.
Thu 12/2511:14 amMCI - HOU
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/2812:47 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$361
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/288:40 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$363
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:30 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Wed 1/78:40 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$373
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:30 pmMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Thu 1/18:55 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$375
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.
Mon 12/298:02 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/712:47 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$383
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amMCI - HOU
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/186:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 - HOU
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/294:17 pmHOU - MCI
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$393

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Hobby (HOU). 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

$289
(Southwest)

One-way from

$145
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$376
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Kansas City

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/7

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$289

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

8:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:04 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/21

5:09 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/27

11:09 am-4:04 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Wed 1/21

10:44 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$309

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

9:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$311

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

7:50 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$311

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-5:50 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

7:50 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$315

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 1/20

10:44 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/31

5:45 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$320

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Mon 1/19

5:09 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:04 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$320

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Tue 2/10

3:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$145

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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Hobby

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 Hobby in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Houston Hobby Airport 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-Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $152). Flying from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby Airport, 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 26% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport trip
Airports
MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, with rarely more than a 5-minute wait, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIBy Matt Meltzer
HOU

For quick access to Houston, Uber and Lyft are convenient options from HOU, with generally congestion-free roadways.

Read more about HOUBy Scott Laird
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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

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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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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,180 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Houston Hobby from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There is 1 flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport in about 2h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 667 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $130 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, starting at $169 and $185 round-trip. Frontier is 62% 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 Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport are Frontier ($78), United Airlines ($113), and Southwest ($132).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $187. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $162 on average, our data indicates $339 when flying from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $152). Flying from Kansas City to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 Hobby

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Hobby. 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
FrontierCheapest$154Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$185Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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