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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $323-$510
American Airlines
Tue 10/16Wed 10/17
DAY - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$223
Typical prices: $203-$389
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/6
DAY - MCI • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 33% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $330 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to Kansas City (DAY-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dayton to Kansas City

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 12:24 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:23 am - 11:47 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
11:24 am - 3:11 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 7:55 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:58 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
3h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 12:28 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 12:26 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 12:28 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 12:26 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
4h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 7:46 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:57 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
3h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
6:47 pm - 11:56 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 11:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 9:45 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:45 pm - 10:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 5:31 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:41 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
11h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$444United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:05 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:58 pm - 11:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
6h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$537Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dayton to Kansas City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Dayton to Kansas City typically range from $323 to $510. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton to Kansas City. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 72% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to Kansas City?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to Kansas City at $253 round-trip.
•June ($776) and April ($741) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 206% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Dayton to Kansas City flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$223
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 96% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dayton to Kansas City

When to book flights from Dayton to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dayton 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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Your Dayton to Kansas City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dayton to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Dayton to Kansas City. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 28m and 6h 30m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Dayton to Kansas City range from $323 to $510, with an average of $377 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Dayton 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 $339 to $1,227. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dayton to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $262, which is 13% 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 Dayton to Kansas City?

    Flights from Dayton to Kansas City usually depart from Dayton (DAY) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Dayton to Kansas City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $650, a difference of $312.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 4h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind Dayton (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.

Your guide to booking Dayton to Kansas City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $338, about $312 less than Monday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dayton to Kansas City trip for November. Fares historically average $253 round-trip in that month - typically $523 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kansas City Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    • Best Western Plus Kansas City Airport-KCI East

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