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$52 Find Cheap Flights from Austin to Kansas City

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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Overall average: $379
Spirit Airlines
Wed 12/31Wed 1/7
AUS - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$160
Typical prices: $280-$355
Southwest
Tue 1/13Tue 1/20
AUS - MCI • Non-stop
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Expect long security lines at Austin Bergstrom.
Use rideshares and taxis for quick access from MCI.
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Cheapest • from $197 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Kansas City (AUS-MCI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to Kansas City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Kansas City

Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 7
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5:30 am - 5:10 pmAUS-MCI
11h 40m1 stop
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6:15 pm - 10:34 amMCI-AUS
16h 19m1 stop
$145Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Frontier Logo
6:45 am - 7:26 pmAUS-MCI
12h 41m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:26 pm - 9:42 pmMCI-AUS
25h 16m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 11:25 amAUS-MCI
1h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 6:50 pmMCI-AUS
2h 00mnonstop
$160Southwest
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Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 4:09 pmAUS-MCI
22h 17m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:27 pm - 11:21 pmMCI-AUS
26h 54m1 stop
$164Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 12:40 pmAUS-MCI
6h 20m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 6:50 pmMCI-AUS
2h 00mnonstop
$165Southwest
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 4:14 pmAUS-MCI
8h 44m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 7:14 pmMCI-AUS
6h 43m1 stop
$169American Airlines
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Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 7
Frontier Logo
10:18 am - 8:09 pmAUS-MCI
9h 51m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:46 pm - 9:16 amMCI-AUS
12h 30m1 stop
$172Frontier
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Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 7
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 5:10 pmAUS-MCI
11h 40m1 stop
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3:47 pm - 10:34 amMCI-AUS
18h 47m2 stops
$173Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 12:20 pmAUS-MCI
5h 15m2 stops
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4:55 pm - 11:05 pmMCI-AUS
6h 10m1 stop
$175Southwest
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Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 10:03 amAUS-MCI
22h 33m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:26 pm - 9:42 pmMCI-AUS
25h 16m1 stop
$180Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Kansas City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Austin to Kansas City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Kansas City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to Kansas City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Austin to Kansas City, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Kansas City back to Austin, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Kansas City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Kansas City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Austin to Kansas City is April, where tickets cost $253 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $409 and $407 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Austin to Kansas City?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $299, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Kansas City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Kansas City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Kansas City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Kansas City

 
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AUS

Expect long security lines at AUS, especially before 8 am. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure experience.

MCI

For quick city access, rideshares and taxis are recommended from MCI, taking 20-30 minutes to downtown Kansas City.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$52
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Austin to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to Kansas City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Austin to Kansas City

  • Which other cities can I get to from Kansas City International Airport (MCI)?

    Other than being the main entry point to Kansas City, MCI serves other cities including Blue Springs, Belton, and Lenexa. As you book your flight from Austin to Kansas City, keep in mind that connecting to these cities is easier from MCI.

  • Which airlines should I book when flying with my pets from Austin to Kansas City?

    From Austin to Kansas City, you can conveniently travel with your pet(s) thanks to the pet-friendly policies offered by all airlines that fly this route. You will pay significantly less for your pet if you book Alaska Airlines. Additionally, Alaska Airlines permits small animals in the cabin as long as they are at least 8 weeks old and do not weigh more than 20 lb when combined with their carrier. Keep in mind that you are only allowed to bring a total of two pets.

  • How can I get an eco-friendly flight from Austin to Kansas City?

    United Airlines and Delta are at the top of the list of airlines offering more environmentally-friendly flights from Austin to Kansas City. The airlines have rigorous programs in place to equip all of their aircraft with fuel-efficient engines in order to reduce overall carbon emissions.

  • What ground transport options are available at Kansas City International Airport for travelers landing on flights from Austin?

    When booking your flight from Austin to Kansas City, keep in mind that you will be able to get out of MCI by way of rental vehicles, taxis, or buses. If you want to rent a car from the airport, try booking one online with KAYAK before arriving at MCI. This helps you avoid the annoyance of long lines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Kansas City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Kansas City was $52 for a one-way ticket and $145 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and Kansas City?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to Kansas City?

    On your way to Kansas City, you’ll fly out from Austin Bergstrom. You’ll be landing at Kansas City.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to Kansas City?

    JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to Kansas City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to Kansas City?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Austin and Kansas City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to Kansas City?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to Kansas City on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Kansas City, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Kansas City are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $327 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $243 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to Kansas City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Austin to Kansas City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Austin to Kansas City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Austin is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Austin to Kansas City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kansas City with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and MCI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Austin to Kansas City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kansas City from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $184 or less one-way and $339 or less round-trip.
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) serve as the main departure and arrival airports for flights from Austin to Kansas City. In order to connect from downtown Austin to AUS in time for a trip to Kansas City, Metro Buses offer a cost-effective and reliable option.
  • Booking Southwest Airlines when flying from AUS to MCI comes with a number of benefits, key among them being a higher reliability of getting a flight that is convenient to your schedule. Southwest Airlines has AUS as its focus city and is also the largest carrier at MCI. Therefore, the airline has the highest frequency of daily flights from Austin to Kansas City.
  • Depending on the airline, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are two common layover airports for flights from Austin to Kansas City. If you take a Delta flight from AUS, for instance, you will have a layover at ATL before continuing to MCI.
  • Fly first class from Austin to Kansas City by taking advantage of the class upgrade option available to economy passengers on American Airlines and United Airlines. Customers who book economy can take advantage of this offer by adding a small amount of money to their ticket in order to upgrade to first class.
  • United and Delta are two airlines to take into account if you're traveling with children from Austin to Kansas City. In addition to offering roomy seats in all cabins, kid-friendly entertainment, and children's meals upon request, both airlines are widely renowned for offering a lot of extra legroom. As a result, you and your kids can travel in total luxury from AUS to MCI.

Prefer to fly direct from Austin to Kansas City?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Austin Bergstrom to Kansas City.
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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Austin to Kansas City

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4253 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
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Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

8.0 ExcellentTODD, Nov 2025DAL - CMH
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Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

Flight was delayed due to plane not passing inspection And one of the crew had to time out and we had to wait for another one A 3 hour delay

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

southwest just starting charging for luggage. hadnt realized it until it was too late. now out $70 when i couldve bought a carry on if i wouldve known. free bags was one of the only reasons i chose southwest over another airline (the other being no assigned seats, which is apparently also being changed). stupid business decision. wont be flying southwest anymore.

It was one and half hour late... Not sure if any other experience matters.

For my birthday trip this was my second time ever flying, this trip was the best.

Flight crew and cabin crew were great. I had to rearrange flights because my original flight was 3hrs delayed for weather, the rub is the flight I moved to boarded on time then we sat at the gate for 2 hours because scheduling stole our first officer for another flight, TWICE. Then our actual FO was an hour delayed. To make it worse my original flight went from a 3 hour delay to departing 15min EARLY. Just poor scheduling operations all around.

Bring back peanuts Take our drink orders when were all seated, especially after you switch to assigned seating.

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

This flight was straightforward and without difficulty. Service was OK, but I continue to be underwhelmed by level of attention given to Sky Priority passengers.

It would’ve been nice for all that money to have a more substantial snack for free. I remember once upon a time getting a very nice turkey sandwich with Swiss cheese on whole wheat bread for no charge along with a drink. I guess those days are gone. it’s a little insulting being given a cookie or a bag of baked chips Going forward I’ll just bring my own.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Things were delayed a little. But that didn’t affect my plans. It was fine. I was surprised it was so full thanksgiving day. The crew were friendly and professional.

The flight was delayed multiple times, again no fault of American but again the extra cost, for everything makes it feel like a cheap airline! Especially when flights are outrageously expensive already

we landed at cmh ten minutes early but had to sit on tarmac for twenty minutes because a plane was at our gate despite the fact that 3 other gates were open.

I have a gluten allergy so did have any food

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

Flight was delayed leaving Dallas. Arrived about 2 hours later than scheduled.

The only thing to like was that we eventually got to our destination

Poor seat in rear of aircraft Food at Admiral’s Club Terminal D at DFW inedible

After we landed we sat on the tarmac for 1.5 hours waiting to get to our gate. Ridiculous.

We were delayed for a “couple of maintenance issues.” They were resolved rather quickly but a computer glitch caused someone in the airport to have to bring a physical copy of the paperwork so we could leave. I don’t know where they had to drive from to get to our plane but it took forever & we were 1 1/2 hrs late in leaving. The flight itself was fine.

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