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Cheapest round-trip
$306
Typical prices: $346-$466
Frontier
Mon 1/8Thu 1/11
BUF - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $193-$388
Southwest
Sat 10/20
BUF - MCI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Kansas City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Kansas City (BUF-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Kansas City

Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:38 pm - 7:20 amBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
10h 42m1 stop Orlando
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8:15 am - 8:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
11h 28m1 stop Orlando
$306Frontier
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 12:24 amBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
5h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$324American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 9:47 amBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
4h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:40 am - 1:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
5h 49m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$325Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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10:00 am - 5:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
8h 34m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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5:31 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:40 pm - 12:30 amBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
4h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:30 am - 10:25 amMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$325Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:00 pm - 6:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
5h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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4:05 pm - 9:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
4h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$325Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
American Airlines Logo
11:21 am - 5:56 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:17 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
5h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$325American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
1:10 pm - 7:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
7h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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2:40 pm - 8:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$330Southwest
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 9:46 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
5h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:31 am - 1:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:30 am - 12:23 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCI Kansas City
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:50 pm - 11:44 pmMCI  Kansas City-BUF Buffalo
4h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$391United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Kansas City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Kansas City start at $306. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $306 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Kansas City?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Kansas City, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Kansas City at $327 round-trip.
•July ($486) and August ($466) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Buffalo to Kansas City flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Buffalo to Kansas City

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Your Buffalo to Kansas City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Kansas City.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Kansas City takes 0h 00m, covering 867 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Kansas City range from $346 to $466, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Kansas City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $306 to $911. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to Kansas City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    Flights from Buffalo to Kansas City usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to Kansas City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Buffalo to Kansas City most commonly connect through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Buffalo to Kansas City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $371 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $548, a difference of $177. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Buffalo to Kansas City?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 30m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind Buffalo (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center and Worlds of Fun. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

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