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Cheapest round-trip
$186
Typical prices: $317-$541
Frontier
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
MCI - CVG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $187-$378
Frontier
Fri 11/23
MCI - CVG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Cincinnati. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Tampa (TPA)
Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati (MCI-CVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Cincinnati

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:30 am - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
10h 15m1 stop Orlando
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7:02 pm - 7:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
25h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$186Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:30 am - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
10h 15m1 stop Orlando
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7:02 pm - 7:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
25h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$200Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:35 pm - 9:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:30 pm - 10:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$245Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:20 pm - 11:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
3h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:30 pm - 10:20 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
3h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$245Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:36 am - 1:36 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:25 am - 9:50 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
4h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$245Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:55 pm - 10:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
3h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:25 am - 9:50 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
4h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$245Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:17 am - 12:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:15 pm - 12:36 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:17 am - 12:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:32 am - 11:41 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$293American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:36 am - 12:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:20 am - 10:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309United Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 1:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:32 am - 2:45 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-MCI Kansas City
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Cincinnati flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati typically range from $317 to $541. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $186, on Frontier.

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

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 Cincinnati. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Cincinnati at $345 round-trip.
•December ($666) and April ($616) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Cincinnati flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$100
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Cincinnati takes 00m, covering 538 miles.

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

    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 Cincinnati flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati range from $317 to $541, with an average of $403 over the past 12 months. Anything below $317 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Cincinnati 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 $186 to $1,381. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG)?

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Kansas City to Cincinnati. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $616, a difference of $322.

    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 Cincinnati?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h, compared with 4h 22m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 27m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

    Cincinnati 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 popular places can I visit in Cincinnati?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cincinnati are Great American Ballpark, Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cincinnati on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Cincinnati 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $294, about $322 less than Sunday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Cincinnati trip for February. Fares historically average $345 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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