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Cheapest round-trip
$277
Typical prices: $354-$533
Southwest
Fri 10/12Mon 10/15
MCI - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $362-$544
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Fri 11/16
MCI - MIA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 10m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $281 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Miami (MCI-MIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Miami

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15
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3:35 pm - 11:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
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8:00 pm - 11:55 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
4h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
$277Southwest
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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2:55 pm - 8:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
4h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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8:25 am - 2:55 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
7h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$277Southwest
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:44 pm - 12:53 amMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:36 pm - 11:56 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
5h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 1
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5:40 am - 2:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:30 pm - 11:58 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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9:43 am - 6:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
8h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:27 pm - 5:31 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$277United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:30 am - 3:52 pmMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
6h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:42 pm - 11:52 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$277United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
Frontier Logo
8:36 pm - 5:19 amMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
7h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 7:41 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
14h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$278Frontier
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:36 pm - 5:19 amMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
7h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 7:41 pmMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
14h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$280Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:43 pm - 12:47 amMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
27h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:36 pm - 8:06 amMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
34h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$280Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:43 pm - 12:47 amMCI  Kansas City-MIA Miami
27h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:36 pm - 8:06 amMIA  Miami-MCI Kansas City
34h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$292Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Miami flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Miami start at $277. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $277 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Miami, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% 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 Miami?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Miami at $365 round-trip.
  • June ($537) and July ($487) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Miami the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Miami are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Miami

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

John Walton

John Walton

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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on MIA

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.

Key details for Kansas City to Miami flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$113
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
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Your Kansas City to Miami flight questions, answered

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

  • Does Kansas City International Airport (MCI) have pet relief areas?

    MCI has multiple pre-security, and post-security pet relief areas at Terminals B and C. Outdoor pet-relief areas are covered with enough grass. There are trash cans and plastic bags to keep the section clean. Post-security animal relief sections are equipped with artificial turf and a water spray nozzle to clean the area.

  • What baby care facilities are available at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)?

    The airport offers a larger bathroom with a lockable door, stroller space, and changing areas. You can also access two nursing rooms inside the Terminal C departure lounges. The space has comfortable seating, adjustable lighting, a lockable door, larger washing and changing areas, and a toddler toy.

  • What services does Kansas City International Airport (MCI) offer passengers who require special assistance?

    Curbside assistance and wheelchair reservations are accessible when you get in touch with your airline. Passengers with mobility needs and those who require special assistance can also access elevators, accessible parking spaces, accessible restrooms, braille, and service animal relief areas.

  • What restaurant options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    If you need something to eat or drink after landing at Miami Airport (MIA), visit Dunkin' Donuts at the Central Terminal. The restaurant is open 24/7. Other eateries usually open at the airport include Cafe Versailles, Earl of Sandwich, Subway, and Bagels.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kansas City to Miami flights?

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Miami flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Kansas City to Miami?

    2 airlines operate flights between Kansas City and Miami. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Miami usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Miami flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kansas City to Miami?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $281 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $428 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Miami?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 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 Miami?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) 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 Miami?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Kansas City to Miami route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $438, a difference of $47. 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 are flight departures from Kansas City to Miami spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kansas City to Miami flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Miami?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Miami:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:44 pm and lands at 8:54 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 10m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Miami flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 43% above the route average of $424. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Miami takes 3h 10m, covering 1,251 miles.

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

    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 Miami 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 $277 to $1,713. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $132, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 05m, compared with 5h 20m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 52m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

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

    Miami 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 Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Boutique Rent a Car
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Miami range from $354 to $533, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Miami flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Miami flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Miami 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $391 - about $47 less than Sunday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Miami trip for January. Fares historically average $365 round-trip in that month - typically $172 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $281 round-trip on this route - about $147 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 Miami Airport.
    - Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport
    - Red Roof PLUS+ Miami Airport
  • There are multiple options to get to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) from Kansas City. The Metro Bus Route 129 is the most common and affordable option with no baggage limit. If you're looking for a faster option, you can take a taxi to drop you at one of the terminals. Kansas City has several private shuttle bus services that will take you to the airport and are slightly cheaper than taxis.
  • If you have unfinished work that you’d like to complete before boarding your flight, take advantage of the power outlets throughout the airport. Kansas City International Airport (MCI) has power outlets in about 700 seating sections of the airport in Terminals B and C. Specific airlines like United Airlines provide extra power outlet towers capable of charging different devices.
  • For Wi-Fi access at Kansas City Airport (MCI), connect to 'KCI_FREE WiFi' in the Wi-Fi networks that pop up on your device. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available at different terminals of the airport. You can surf as long as you want since the connection is unlimited. Take advantage of this to surf as you wait to board your flight.
  • After a long flight, you can access spa services at the 10 Minute Manicure outlet at Miami International Airport (MIA). Located at Airside, South Terminal J, you will have your nails done and get the best massage to help you relax after your flight. The Jetsetter Spa at the airport offers a thorough makeover, from tanning sessions to chair massages.
  • When you land at Miami International Airport (MIA), you can visit one of the lounges for some rest as you wait for your next move. Top-tier lounges at MIA include Delta Sky Club, Centurion Lounge, American Airlines Admirals Club, VIP Lounge Miami, Avianca Lounge, and Club America.

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Miami?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Airport to Miami Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kansas City to Miami

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Miami to Kansas City

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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