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Cheapest round-trip
$211
Typical prices: $312-$505
Frontier
Fri 10/26Sun 10/28
MCI - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $183-$338
Frontier
Mon 11/5
MCI - CLE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Cleveland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 32% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Tampa (TPA)
Cheapest • Avg $144 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 3h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Cleveland (MCI-CLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Cleveland

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:43 pm - 3:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
17h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 12:49 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
19h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$211Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
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8:43 pm - 3:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
17h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 12:49 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
19h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$223Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:20 pm - 11:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 15m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:07 pm - 8:49 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$245Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:10 am - 6:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:15 am - 9:40 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$255Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:50 am - 4:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 9:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$255Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:30 am - 1:11 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 10:26 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$255United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:41 pm - 9:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:03 pm - 12:24 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$258American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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5:05 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:06 pm - 10:00 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$272United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 9
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6:34 am - 1:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:49 pm - 11:16 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$289Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:43 pm - 12:28 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Cleveland flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Cleveland start at $211. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $312 to $505. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $211 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Cleveland, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% 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 Cleveland?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Cleveland at $265 round-trip.
•July ($561) and November ($516) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% 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 Cleveland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$120
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Cleveland

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

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

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Cleveland usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Cleveland?

    On the Kansas City to Cleveland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $283 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $469: a $186 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cleveland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Cleveland takes 0h 00m, covering 692 miles.

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

    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 Cleveland 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 $211 to $1,790. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $168, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 3h 50m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 14m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    Cleveland 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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Cleveland range from $312 to $505, with an average of $390 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Cleveland 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $283 - about $186 less than Sunday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Cleveland trip for September. Fares historically average $265 round-trip in that month - typically $296 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport.
    - Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Airport
    - Extended Stay America Select Suites - Cleveland - Airport

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