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$74 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kansas City

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$213
Typical prices: $281-$459
American Airlines
Sat 2/28Tue 3/3
ORD - MCI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$74
Typical prices: $165-$305
Frontier
Sat 2/28
ORD - MCI • 1 stop
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MCI's ground transportation options are convenient.
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4 weeks
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kansas City (CHI-MCI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City

Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 5:08 pm
ORD
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MCI
1h 46mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 5:57 pm
MCI
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ORD
1h 41mnonstop
$213American Airlines
Sat, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 16
Southwest Logo
9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
MDW
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MCI
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:20 pm - 8:45 pm
MCI
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MDW
1h 25mnonstop
$214Southwest
Tue, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 5
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 10:36 am
ORD
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MCI
1h 46mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:40 am
MCI
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ORD
1h 40mnonstop
$214United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
Delta Logo
1:49 pm - 11:40 pm
MDW
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MCI
9h 51m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:06 pm - 10:31 pm
MCI
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MDW
5h 25m
1 stop
$216Delta
Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 29
Delta Logo
8:50 am - 2:30 pm
ORD
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MCI
5h 40m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:45 pm
MCI
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ORD
6h 45m
2 stops
$216Delta
Thu, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 8
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3:21 pm - 10:30 am
ORD
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MCI
19h 09m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 10:56 am
MCI
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ORD
14h 16m
2 stops
$217Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 9:29 am
ORD
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MCI
16h 47m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:24 pm - 7:47 pm
MCI
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ORD
27h 23m
1 stop
$218Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
MDW
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MCI
7h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 1:55 pm
MCI
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MDW
7h 40m
2 stops
$221Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:27 pm
ORD
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MCI
7h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 2:16 pm
MCI
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ORD
1h 40mnonstop
$221American Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22
Frontier Logo
12:22 pm - 10:03 am
MDW
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MCI
21h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:14 am - 10:25 pm
MCI
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MDW
12h 11m
1 stop
$228Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Kansas City flights

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

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Kansas City? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Kansas City departing in February.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Kansas City flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Kansas City costs $186 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Kansas City (MCI). The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Kansas City (MCI).

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

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

When flying from Chicago to Kansas City, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City is July, where tickets cost $289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $431 and $351 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $320 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Kansas City

 
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Expert on United Airlines, ORD and MDW

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on MCI

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$74
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Kansas City

When to book flights from Chicago to Kansas City

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

  • What are the transport options from Kansas City International Airport?

    KCI is served by bus route 129 Boardwalk/KCI, which connects the airport to downtown. One-way fare is around $1.50, and the fare boxes only accept exact change, so make sure you have exact change. The airport has no onsite rental stations, but shuttles pick passengers from marked shelters on the terminal medians to the offsite stations. You’ll find shuttles for the following companies: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National. Private shuttles at KCI offer door-to-door services, and you can also get taxis outside the baggage claim area and terminal exits.

  • What accessible services are available at Kansas City International Airport?

    The airport has provided elevators for access to all high-traffic areas, and elevators are next to the escalators. All public and family restrooms at KCI are wheelchair accessible, and they’re dotted throughout the terminal. Visual paging monitors are also located throughout the terminal, and braille signage exists in most public areas. You’ll also get wheelchair assistance by contacting your airline, and parking garages have several reserved spots for passengers with limited mobility.

  • What family services are offered at Chicago Midway Airport?

    You will find baby care facilities on Concourse C, a private place to nurse your baby, equipped with a comfy seat, sink, and wash area. Baby changing facilities are also provided in family restrooms at MDW. For those traveling with kids, MDW has a special security lane for faster clearance, and even the restaurants at MDW offer special kids’ menus and high chairs for the little ones.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City?

    On average, around 617 kg of carbon is released per passenger on flights from Chicago to Kansas City. However, when you fly with Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and American airlines, you can fly significantly more sustainably. These airlines emit 81%, 79%, and 75% less carbon per passenger on flights from Chicago to MCI. Moreover, they all provide nonstop flights on this route.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Kansas City was $74 for a one-way ticket and $213 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Chicago to Kansas City.

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

    There are 2 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl.) and only 1 airport in Kansas City (Kansas City). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Kansas City flight route.

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

    American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Kansas City flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Kansas City flight route.

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Kansas City, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Kansas City are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $317 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $338 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $134 or less one-way and $278 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) is a major transport hub, consisting of four terminals and nine concourses. The airport has provided the ATS people mover, an automated train to easily ferry passengers between terminals and around the airport complex.
  • For those looking to get straight into business, as soon as you land at Kansas City International Airport (MCI), you’ll find several business centers at the airport. There’s one in each terminal, Terminal A Gate 9, Terminal B Gate 56, and Terminal C Gate 76, and they’re equipped with computers and high-speed internet and offer several business services.
  • You’re welcome to relax at the pay-per-use lounges at ORD before your flight to Kansas City. American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Air France, and Swiss Air have lounges here, and there’s the USO Lounge for active US military personnel and their families.
  • Consider booking your flight from ORD over Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Although MDW is smaller with quicker clearance procedures, you’ll be limited to only a few airlines. Contrarily, you’ll have your pick of airlines at ORD, and the flights from ORD to MCI are much cheaper.
  • Pets are allowed to travel through ORD, although they must always remain within their carrier. They can only leave when using the relief areas or walking through security. Pet relief areas at ORD are located at the lower levels of Terminals 5, 2, and 1, and the indoor area is in Terminal 3’s rotunda.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Kansas City?

 
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Direct departures

Chicago to Kansas City

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Kansas City to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Kansas City

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4267 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
Airline reviews

All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
PHX - MDW
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All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

Everything went smoothly and we even arrived a little bit early.

Great vacation. Can't wait till next year for another one.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

They lost my luggage, so, not happy. The crew was nice but my suitcases never made it, still trying to find out what happened!

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Essy to get on. The hostess gave very little pop, the plane was late getting in, and we are still waiting for our bags. This sucks. :/

Great flight. On time boarding. Smooth flight and on time arrival at EWR. The flight crew was marvelous and there was a great selection of movies on the entertainment system. Our bags were at the carousel before we got there. Another excellent flight from United.

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

The aircraft had several problems - from excess fuel to non operational ac. Two hours of delay in Chicago could have been avoided with proper planning and aircraft maintenance.

Crew in Columbia was not prepared for landing. It was a bit of a disaster and getting bags took forever.

We were upgraded to First Class and it was a great flight

We experienced gate changes and a long delay. My seat was dirty when I boarded and I had to use wipes to clean it myself. There was an unpleasant and overpowering cleaning product scent on the plane as well that lingered through the flight.

My carry on baggage was damaged. Entire trip, I had to carry the baggage. When complained to the boarding crew, they got mad at me and still asked me to valet check in the cabin baggage. Rude boarding crew!!!

Crew were all friendly and helpful. It was a short flight so just a beverage service with a cookie. After we were boarded the plane took about 45 minutes to leave the gate but it was New Year’s Eve so not shocking there was some delay. Overall good experience and very grateful.

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

The boarding by groups is pointless. The first two groups worked fine, but almost Noone boarded in goups three thru five leaving the vast majority boarding when group six was called. It defeated the purpose of spreading out the crowd.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

The plane was late, when we did board the plane was as cold as a freezer. I was freezing the entire flight, no blankets. Lost miserable flight I’ve ever had.

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