United States
USD

HOU - MCI

$109 Find Cheap Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 19% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $355-$603
Southwest
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
HOU - MCI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $177-$318
Southwest
Sun 12/9
HOU - MCI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 02m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 18% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Kansas City!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Hobby to Kansas City (HOU-MCI)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Kansas City

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 4:30 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
1h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 7:50 amMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$267Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 7:50 amMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$267Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 7:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$268Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
10:35 pm - 12:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$268Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 5:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 9:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$268Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 4:30 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
1h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$268Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
10:35 pm - 12:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$268Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 11:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
2h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$273Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
9:58 am - 4:27 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
6h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 9:28 amMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$287American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
10:27 am - 4:26 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCI Kansas City
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:54 pm - 11:21 pmMCI  Kansas City-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City typically range from $355 to $603. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City at $333 round-trip.
•February ($491) and June ($451) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals
Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Hobby to Kansas City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
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.

Read more
Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Read more

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$109
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 102% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City

When to book flights from Hobby to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby 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

Your Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 am and lands at 9:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:15 pm and lands at 1:17 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 02m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City takes 2h 02m, covering 667 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City range from $355 to $603, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 87% above the $406 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $363 round-trip via Dallas Love Field (DAL), compared to $406 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport 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 $267 to $836. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $116, which is 47% 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 $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City pass through?

    Connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $485, a difference of $100.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Kansas City.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 17m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $385, about $100 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City trip for October. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $158 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $363 round-trip on this route - about $42 less than direct flights (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
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Kansas City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston Hobby to Kansas City

Monday

Southwest

Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Southwest

Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Kansas City to Houston Hobby

Monday

Southwest

Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Southwest

Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Hobby to Kansas City

Complete your trip to Kansas City with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Kansas City
Hotels in Kansas City
Vacations in Kansas City