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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$126
Typical prices: $148-$266
Frontier
Fri 8/7Wed 8/12
MCI - DEN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$127
Typical prices: $145-$261
Frontier
Mon 8/10Thu 8/13
MCI - DEN • Non-stop
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Frontier Economy Bundle adds a carry-on and seat choice for budget value.
United Economy Plus adds legroom, while Southwest includes a free carry-on.
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You can fly direct with Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 52m
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Denver (MCI-DEN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Denver that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Denver

Fri, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 12
Frontier Logo
6:17 pm - 9:03 am
MCI
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DEN
15h 46m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$126Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 13
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
MCI
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$127Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31
Frontier Logo
11:26 am - 10:10 pm
MCI
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DEN
11h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:09 am - 12:53 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$128Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 15
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
MCI
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$129Frontier
Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 14
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$130Frontier
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Frontier Logo
11:26 am - 10:10 pm
MCI
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DEN
11h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:09 am - 12:53 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$131Frontier
Fri, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 13
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$132Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 13
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1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$133Frontier
Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 2:50 pm
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:16 am - 1:00 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$135Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 16
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1:38 pm - 2:43 pm
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:38 am - 1:22 pm
DEN
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MCI
1h 44mnonstop
$136Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Denver flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kansas City to Denver to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Kansas City to Denver departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Denver?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kansas City to Denver clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Kansas City to Denver, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Kansas City, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Kansas City to Denver is September, where tickets cost $171 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $255 and $250 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City to Denver?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Kansas City to Denver, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Denver

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$81
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Kansas City to Denver

  • Does the Denver airport have airport hotels?

    The Westin Denver International Airport hotel is located only a few steps from the main terminal. The hotel features 519 rooms and a conference center. Otherwise, there are numerous hotels within 10 miles of Denver International Airport that you can book if you want to stay relatively close to the airport.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Kansas City to Denver, Colorado?

    Different airlines serve flights from Kansas City to Denver, including American Airlines and United Airlines. You can find nonstop flights via United Airlines. Otherwise, you will need to book a flight with one-stop. Most one-stop flights have their layover at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • Does Denver International Airport offer accessible services for people with disabilities?

    The airport offers numerous services for travelers with disabilities. There are transportation companies to pick up travelers with special needs from the curbside outside the Jeppesen Terminal on Level 5—prior notice required. At the ticket counter, you can request a wheelchair or electric cart through your airline. All ground transportation companies have wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

  • Can I travel with my pet through Denver International Airport?

    Yes, traveling with your pet through Denver International Airport is convenient, and the airport offers animal relief areas on the concourses. These areas give your pet a welcoming space, allowing them to relax before or after a flight. You can find the pet relief rooms near gates A, B, and C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kansas City to Denver?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Denver was $81 for a one-way ticket and $126 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Kansas City and Denver?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Kansas City to Denver. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kansas City to Denver?

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kansas City to Denver flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kansas City to Denver?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to Denver flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kansas City to Denver?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Kansas City and Denver.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kansas City to Denver?

    There are nonstop flights from Kansas City to Denver on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kansas City to Denver, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Denver are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $278 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $276 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kansas City to Denver?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Kansas City to Denver.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Kansas City to Denver?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Denver from Kansas City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kansas City to Denver?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Denver with an airline and back to Kansas City with another airline. Booking your flights between Kansas City and DEN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kansas City to Denver?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Denver from Kansas City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Kansas City to Denver

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $190 or less one-way and $266 or less round-trip.
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is the preferred departure point for travelers going to Denver. People going to the airport from downtown Kansas City will find there are convenient ways to travel to the airport, and multiple airlines operate at the airport.
  • If you need curbside assistance at any terminal in Kansas City International Airport, call your airline or notify the Airport Traffic Control Officer; you can only use curbs for immediate loading or unloading.
  • At Terminals B and C, you’ll find animal relief areas for pets. If you’re flying with Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or Alaska Airlines, you’ll be able to access the animal relief area.
  • For all your connectivity needs, the Kansas City International Airport offers free Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi zone may be limited in ranges and its geographical footprint, so check for logos like “Wi-Fi Certified,” “Wi-Fi Zone,” or “Wi-Fi Protected Access.”
  • Flights from Kansas City arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN), located strategically to serve metropolitan Denver and neighboring areas, including the extensive Front Range Urban Corridor.
  • If you’re exhausted when you arrive at the Denver airport and you need to relax, there are spas and lounges available within the B gates, A gates, and C gates. There, you can get a massage and enjoy extra space to recharge.
  • Dining options at the Denver airport include restaurants with take-out options. You can find these restaurants at the C gates next to Gate C26, at the B gates, at the A gates in the central area, and near Gate A71.
  • Travel options from Denver International Airport include the A Line commuter train, which takes approx. 37min to get to downtown Denver. Also, you can take hotel shuttles to nearby hotels. Taxis are available from the airport, or if you want something a little cheaper, you can request an Uber on your smartphone.

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Denver?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Kansas City to Denver Intl.
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Direct departures

Kansas City to Denver Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to Kansas City

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Kansas City to Denver

Other airlines flying from Kansas City to Denver

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Kansas City to Denver according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.
Southwest flights from Kansas City to Denver