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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $318-$510
American Airlines
Sat 12/15Wed 1/10
MCI - DAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$334
Typical prices: $268-$394
United Airlines
Tue 11/20
MCI - DAY • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $385 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Dayton (MCI-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Dayton

Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:17 am - 11:41 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:42 am - 12:33 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
5:17 am - 11:41 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:43 pm - 11:49 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
3:19 pm - 10:19 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 2:44 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 09m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
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1:35 pm - 10:13 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 8:41 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
8:10 am - 2:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:50 amDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 26
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 1:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 11:58 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 6:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 12:33 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
5:41 pm - 11:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:46 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
7h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 11:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
5h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 12:23 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 9:16 amMCI  Kansas City-DAY Dayton
14h 30m1 stop Punta Gorda
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9:13 am - 7:33 pmDAY  Dayton-MCI Kansas City
35h 20m2 stops Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Denver Intl
$853Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Dayton flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Dayton typically range from $318 to $510. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Kansas City to Dayton flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$334
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Dayton

When to book flights from Kansas City to Dayton

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Your Kansas City to Dayton 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 Dayton?

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Kansas City to Dayton. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 36m and 5h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Dayton flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Dayton range from $318 to $510, with an average of $388 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Dayton 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 $339 to $1,360. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Dayton are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $533, which is 35% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Dayton usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Kansas City to Dayton. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $546, a difference of $182.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 36m, compared with 5h 40m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 42m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Dayton 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 Dayton 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 Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $364, about $182 less than Tuesday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Dayton trip for January. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $496 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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