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

Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
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6:00 am - 7:38 pmIAH-MCI
13h 38m1 stop
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8:28 pm - 12:39 pmMCI-IAH
16h 11m1 stop
$121Frontier
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 7:38 pmIAH-MCI
13h 38m1 stop
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8:28 pm - 10:37 amMCI-IAH
14h 09m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Sun, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 5
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5:20 am - 9:17 amIAH-MCI
27h 57m1 stop
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6:49 pm - 10:37 amMCI-IAH
15h 48m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Fri, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 4
Frontier Logo
10:41 pm - 7:38 pmIAH-MCI
20h 57m2 stops
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6:49 pm - 12:39 pmMCI-IAH
17h 50m1 stop
$151Frontier
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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 3
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 pmIAH-MCI
12h 38m1 stop
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8:28 pm - 12:39 pmMCI-IAH
16h 11m1 stop
$153Frontier
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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 14
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8:00 am - 10:17 amIAH-MCI
26h 17m1 stop
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7:33 pm - 9:11 amMCI-IAH
13h 38m1 stop
$160Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 pmIAH-MCI
12h 38m1 stop
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6:49 pm - 12:39 pmMCI-IAH
17h 50m1 stop
$161Frontier
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 5:46 pmIAH-MCI
7h 05m1 stop
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6:51 pm - 9:23 amMCI-IAH
14h 32m1 stop
$191Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 14
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:01 pmIAH-MCI
15h 01m1 stop
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7:33 pm - 10:04 pmMCI-IAH
26h 31m3 stops
$221Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:34 am - 6:28 pmIAH-MCI
12h 54m1 stop
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7:33 pm - 9:11 amMCI-IAH
13h 38m1 stop
$223Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for George Bush Intcntl to Kansas City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City?

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

For Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Kansas City back to Houston George Bush Airport, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kansas City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kansas City is August, where tickets cost $216 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $689 and $482 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 $308 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$58
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 67% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City

When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City flights

  • Where can I relax as I wait for my flight out of IAH?

    While you wait for your flight to MCI, you can unwind with a relaxing massage at one of the airport massage parlors. These outstanding massage parlors offer deep-tissue massages and are located near the ticketing lobby, opposite the food court, and in Terminals A, B, C, D, and E gated areas. You'll get good value for your money at any of these parlors, as they are all staffed by well-trained professionals who never fail to deliver.

  • Is IAH a pet-friendly airport?

    If you're traveling with a pet and need it to relieve itself before your flight out of IAH, take it to one of the airport's pet relief areas. These pet relief areas can be found in Terminal B near Gate B1, Terminal C opposite Gate C2, Terminal D across from Gate D6, and in Terminal E near Gate E12.

  • Does MCI have any information desks?

    In case you are stranded or need help at MCI, seek assistance from the information desk in the arrivals hall. You can also approach one of the airport ambassadors in red blazers for assistance.

  • How can I get from MCI to downtown Kansas City without a car?

    To travel from MCI to the city center, you can board the Line 229 bus or a taxi. Taking the bus is the cheapest and most recommended option, while taking a taxi is more expensive though relatively faster.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kansas City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kansas City was $58 for a one-way ticket and $121 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston George Bush Airport and Kansas City?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City?

    There are nonstop flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Houston to Kansas City are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $437 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $400 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport to Kansas City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $194 or less one-way and $245 or less round-trip.
  • In Houston, you will board your flight at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). IAH is located about 23 miles north of Downtown Houston and serves as a hub for United Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, and Continental Airlines. Once you get to Kansas City, you will deplane at Kansas City International Airport (MCI), located 15 miles northwest of the city center. The airport serves as a hub for Frontier Airlines, SkyWest, and Republic Airways.
  • You are strongly advised to arrive at IAH at least 2 hours before your flight departure time on the day you are scheduled to fly from IAH to Kansas City. Arriving at the airport this early will give you enough time to check in and pass through the TSA security checkpoints. It will also give you enough time to visit some of the airport's most popular attractions.
  • All airlines that fly from IAH to Kansas City provide wheelchair service to passengers with limited mobility. They all, however, require that disabled travelers in need of the aforementioned services contact them in advance. In this case, you can receive wheelchair services if you notify the airline you intend to fly with of the services you require 48 hours before your flight time.
  • If you need to breastfeed or tend to your baby after landing at IAH, you can do so easily, as this airport has several clean nursing bays. The nursing rooms can be found inside the United Airlines departure lounge as well as in the holding room for American, Allegiant, and Frontier Airlines. The airport also has family washrooms equipped with a space for strollers, charging points, and a lockable door.
  • If you want to rent a car after landing at MCI, go to the ground transportation center near the baggage claim area. Car rental companies such as ACE, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, and Hertz have counters here. A free shuttle service connects their service locations to the airport.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from George Bush Intcntl to Kansas City

 
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6.6Food
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Crew was excellent. This was a relatively long flight though and had very little leg room, and no entertainment.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Oct 2025IAH - PTY
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Crew was excellent. This was a relatively long flight though and had very little leg room, and no entertainment.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

Flight was delayed and missed my connection Lufthansa didn’t respond.

the delay for 3 hours was understandable due to weather conditions but the flight should’ve provided some on flight compensations or at least provide more food.

United could have one single once of customer service. No human United employee would help me with the invalid mileage plus number, they said I had to speak with the computer.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

Although the flight was delayed the crew and the flight itself were very good. Couldn't fault anything and after the disappointment of being abandoned in the US by BA it was a welcome relief to travel with United

Boarding experience was smooth. Flight attendants were friendly and helpful. Entertainment system on the Houston-Edmonton flight did not function for passengers on the left side of the aisle. On the bird's eye flight from Quito to Houston, they should not serve a meal. No one needs to eat after midnight and it is disturbing for those passengers trying to sleep.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

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.

We didn't take off until an hour after we boarded.

The flight was fine. This survey is not. There is no option for N/A so items which don’t apply to my experience still must be rated. In those instances I give a “3” rating which ultimately skews the results.

The actual trip was fine, however, the changes made to our flights and the layovers were had to endure were awful.

Flight from Dallas to OKC was good, but my trip was interrupted due to a delayed flight from Austin to DFW, which happens all the time. I frequently miss my connection from DFW and American can never seem to make this work!

Because the plane was 90 degrees F, they would not let us board. I wish they had, because it meant we were delayed. It's Texas, of course it's hot. We would have survived.

Wish they had the seat-back video screens for watching movies or playing games.

Very good but wish they had the seat-back video screens for movies & games

The entire staff from check in agents to flight attendants were pleasant and professional. Would suggest a complimentary water.

Spirit is low fare air line. Food also cost you. No free food.

Everyone was kind for the most part. I did travel with children and paid for seats and even then it was not as suitable. I tried calling their customer service prior to check in and I was told they couldn't help me because I didn't purchase my tickets with them.

Dear All, I have harassment and accident with the flight attendant . This is my phone to talk 8168073567, please, leave phone message . Regards Emily,

I think the staff was nice. They took time to explain safety protocols. Boarding was great. They started early and our flight left a little early which was convenient. Having free games to play would have been better

Just total easy flight experience!! What could you do better..? Hmmm..? There was nothing I can remember. Spirit was a far more comfortable and easy process than American, United & Delta. I'll always look for Spirit and I've told a few people about, since flying this past trip!! I'm a SPIRIT FAN!! Thank You, SPIRIT AIRLINES!! Very, VERY well done, 100%!! See you...SOON!! -Best, Linda R.

The flight was 3.5 hrs delayed. I was not notified prior to arriving to the airport via spirit app. or via boarding pass that I already had loaded on my phone. The agent that i saw at the counter didn’t mention anything about the delay either. I only saw the update after logging in to my email account.

Better than my las vagas experience, but still dissapointed with the airline support service.

Unfortunately, spirits crew had us boarding and parking the plane often, would wait long periods of time before allowing the people attending the flight on the plane to know what was going on this caused for my plane to not only get diverted but then canceled at an airport 2 hours away and basically stranded with charter buses MAYBE being hired. I was left with no choice but to stay overnight and use a comp room in Altantic City to then arrive home the next day. This trip was the first time seeing my partner since he joined the Air Force and this stressful ride caused unwarranted tears on what was supposed to be an east flight home. I understand weather is unpredictable but to have passengers deboard to then reboard an hour later to taxi on the runway for another hour to then basically leave an entire fight stranded. I waited almost 30 minutes at the airport and not one employee could tell me about a charter bus so I had to leave and make accommodations to stay overnight and get a ride home.

Great! We boarded on time! Everything went so smoothly! The flight was so smooth

I knew going into this that Frontier, being a low cost carrier, would be pretty bare bones and charge for most extras but this was made up for by the fact that the airplane was a reasonably new Airbus, every employee was great and best of all, Everett Washington is an amazing airport - thanks Frontier for flying there!!!

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

It was well done. It was my first time flying with them and I was nervous b/c I have heard of many cancelled and/or delray flights. Everything went smoothly.

Just know that everything, and I mean everything is “ala cart”. 60$ just to put something in the overhead bin. I will never fly Frontier again nor do I recommend them to anyone else.

The single worst check in experience I could imagine. I’ll never do any business with Frontier or any affiliated company

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

Frontier is the Walmart of airlines. Frontier has removed adjustability and comfort from their seats to make the flight lighter and save gas. This makes it impossible to sleep on their flights. Their customer service is abysmal. Once, I bought a drink on the plane, and they swiped my credit card on the plane to pay for it. Then I got three weeks of daily notices from my bank telling me they tried to charge the wrong card number over and over again. I tried to call them, but they removed the ability to actually talk to someone that can resolve such a problem from their company to cut corners. The only way to talk to someone in person is to go to the check-in counter at the airport (40 minutes drive from my house). Eventually their system gave up on trying to charge the card, after 21 days of repeated tries. They don't pad their prices even a little to handle customer service issues like missed flights. They also have a blanket policy preventing helping you reschedule a missed flight if their system says you "cancelled" your own flight online. This is a major problem because their website is broken on mobile devices, the only web browser you have at the airport when their gate staff tell you that you have to reschedule your own missed flight online because they can't help you. I tried to reschedule my flight on my android device and instead, their website crashed and "cancelled" my missed flight. When I got to the counter, the agent argued with me for 5 minutes insisting that I intentionally cancelled my own flight (implying I had to buy another flight). She missed the point: the problem was that I could not buy another flight because their website is broken. I left to avoid more conflict with the "customer service" agent. I tried to redress my issue with their only other "customer service" chanel available: the contact form on their website. The response I got was more of the same: you cancelled your own flight, according to our website / computer records, therefore we won't help you. I was trying to explain the problem with their broken website that cost me hundreds of dollars by crashing / malfunctioning and resulting in a cancelled flight, but they only had deaf ears for this problem. Worst customer service I have ever experienced. I will never buy another Frontier flight again, because it is a risky, painful move that I will likely regret often.

I think Frontier was very good at communication. Their app worked very well. Loading was great and the flight was nice and easy.

This airline sucks. They offer low rates then charge you for everything, the app does not work well, the seats are the most uncomfortable. Maintenance issues on the flight, and you still have to sit through their credit card commercials. People are nice enough but does not make up for overall poor experience.

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