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Cheapest round-trip
$86
Typical prices: $323-$520
Frontier
Fri 10/26Fri 11/2
MCI - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$248
Typical prices: $350-$544
United Airlines
Mon 10/29Sat 11/3
MCI - IAH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 19m
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 8% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $224 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to George Bush Intcntl (MCI-IAH)

 

Cheap flights from Kansas City to George Bush Intcntl with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:43 pm - 9:52 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:40 pm - 7:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
21h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$86Frontier
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:43 pm - 9:52 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:40 pm - 7:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
21h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$89Frontier
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:43 pm - 9:52 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:47 am - 7:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
9h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$89Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:16 am - 7:23 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
22h 07m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 7:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
21h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$241Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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8:30 am - 10:47 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 17mnonstop
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8:19 pm - 10:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
2h 11mnonstop
$248United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:19 pm - 7:23 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 04m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:18 am - 8:46 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
24h 28m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$251Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:16 am - 7:23 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
22h 07m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:18 am - 10:06 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
25h 48m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:47 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 17mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 4:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
2h 10mnonstop
$267United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
11:58 am - 6:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:01 pm - 12:24 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
4h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$287American Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
5:01 am - 10:51 amMCI  Kansas City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 6:13 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MCI Kansas City
6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$287American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport typically range from $323 to $520. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $86, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $359 round-trip.
•September ($413) and December ($409) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 15% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$85
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Kansas City to George Bush Intcntl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 10:54 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 19m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 2h 19m, covering 644 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $323 to $520, with an average of $390 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 85% above the $390 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $224 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $408 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport spread across the day?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $104, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH)?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $496, a difference of $132.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Kansas City and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 10h 31m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 10h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $364, about $132 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $359 round-trip in that month - typically $54 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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 $224 round-trip on this route - about $184 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

    • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Houston George Bush Intcntl to Kansas City

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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