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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Typical prices: $384-$513
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/18Sun 1/21
MCI - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$151
Typical prices: $179-$373
Delta
Fri 11/23
MCI - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $305 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Charleston (MCI-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Charleston

Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
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5:17 pm - 6:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
24h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:15 pm - 4:27 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
19h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$237Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 18
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5:17 pm - 6:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
24h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:15 pm - 5:34 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
20h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$241Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:17 pm - 6:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
24h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:15 pm - 4:27 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
19h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$246Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Dec 19
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5:50 am - 12:41 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:22 pm - 12:27 amCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$332American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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6:20 am - 3:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
8h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:20 am - 9:45 amCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$353Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:15 am - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
7h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:00 pm - 7:25 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$353Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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1:51 pm - 9:13 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:20 am - 12:46 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
5h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18
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1:51 pm - 7:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:01 pm - 4:13 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 16
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3:00 pm - 9:13 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
5h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 2:08 pmCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:54 am - 6:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-CHS Charleston
8h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:05 am - 10:00 amCHS  Charleston-MCI Kansas City
4h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$353American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Charleston flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Charleston. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Charleston at $340 round-trip.
•June ($485) and March ($483) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kansas City to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Charleston are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kansas City to Charleston flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$151
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Charleston

When to book flights from Kansas City to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kansas City to Charleston 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 Kansas City to Charleston?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Charleston takes 00m, covering 929 miles.

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

    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 Kansas City to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Charleston range from $384 to $513, with an average of $446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 58% above the $446 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $305 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $518 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kansas City to Charleston?

    The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Charleston 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 $237 to $1,132. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Charleston usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Kansas City to Charleston. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $121.

    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 Kansas City to Charleston?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 34m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 01m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Charleston 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 Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $398, about $121 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Charleston trip for January. Fares historically average $340 round-trip in that month - typically $145 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $305 round-trip on this route - about $213 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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