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Cheapest round-trip
$249
Typical prices: $302-$438
Frontier
Thu 10/25Tue 10/30
MCI - CLT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$337
Typical prices: $306-$438
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sun 11/11
MCI - CLT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 23m
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 17% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $247 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Charlotte (MCI-CLT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Charlotte

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Oct 30
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8:43 pm - 4:02 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
18h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:47 pm - 7:47 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
28h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$249Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4
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10:07 am - 8:44 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 37m1 stop Orlando
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9:39 pm - 9:12 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
12h 33m1 stop Orlando
$250Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:35 pm - 9:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:25 am - 10:55 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
4h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$260Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:55 pm - 9:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 15m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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7:10 pm - 10:20 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
4h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$265Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:43 pm - 3:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
18h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:51 pm - 7:47 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
27h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$270Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:55 pm - 9:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 15m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 12:30 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
6h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$270Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
7:44 am - 11:09 amMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
2h 25mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 6:52 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
2h 32mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:00 am - 2:19 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
2h 19mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 5:42 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
2h 32mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 11:06 amMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:00 am - 1:24 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:04 am - 1:38 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:51 am - 3:14 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCI Kansas City
4h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Charlotte flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Charlotte start at $249. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $302 to $438. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $249 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Charlotte, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Charlotte at $305 round-trip.
  • April ($439) and June ($422) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Charlotte the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Charlotte are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Charlotte

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

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLT

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for Kansas City to Charlotte flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$130
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Charlotte

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Charlotte flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Kansas City to Charlotte?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Kansas City and Charlotte.

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Charlotte usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Charlotte flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $247 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $367 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 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 Kansas City to Charlotte?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Kansas City to Charlotte route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $110. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Kansas City to Charlotte spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kansas City to Charlotte flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Charlotte?

    Some of the most popular sights in Charlotte are Spectrum Center, Bank of America Stadium and Charlotte Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Charlotte on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Charlotte?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Charlotte:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:36 pm and lands at 8:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 23m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $368. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Charlotte takes 2h 23m, covering 806 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Charlotte 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 $249 to $1,122. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Charlotte are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 4h 17m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 4h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)?

    Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Easirent
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Charlotte flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Charlotte range from $302 to $438, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $302 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Charlotte flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Charlotte flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Charlotte flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $338 - about $110 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Charlotte trip for October. Fares historically average $305 round-trip in that month - typically $134 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $247 round-trip on this route - about $120 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 Charlotte Douglas Airport.
    - Wingate By Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlotte I-85
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Charlotte?

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

Direct departures

Kansas City to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Charlotte Douglas to Kansas City

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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