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Cheapest round-trip
$220
Typical prices: $299-$548
Frontier
Tue 8/4Tue 8/11
MCI - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $339-$577
Delta
Tue 8/25Mon 8/31
MCI - MSP • Non-stop
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Delta free Wi-Fi beats WestJet's paid option on this short route.
WestJet Premium adds two checked bags; Delta Comfort Plus gives extra legroom.
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis (MCI-MSP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
Frontier Logo
1:45 pm - 12:18 pm
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MSP
22h 33m
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10:12 pm - 1:00 pm
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MCI
14h 48m
1 stop
$220Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 13
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7:11 pm - 11:58 pm
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MSP
4h 47m
1 stop
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9:45 am - 2:18 pm
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MCI
4h 33m
1 stop
$224United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
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2:00 pm - 10:05 pm
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MSP
8h 05m
1 stop
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5:45 am - 11:20 am
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MCI
5h 35m
1 stop
$230Southwest
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
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1:38 pm - 9:02 pm
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MSP
7h 24m
1 stop
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2:01 pm - 1:22 pm
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MCI
23h 21m
1 stop
$234Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 15
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12:15 pm - 5:40 pm
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MSP
5h 25m
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5:30 am - 9:15 am
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3h 45m
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$235Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 10
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2:17 pm - 9:35 pm
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MSP
7h 18m
1 stop
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1:07 pm - 12:55 pm
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MCI
23h 48m
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$236Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 15
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1:45 pm - 12:18 pm
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MSP
22h 33m
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1:13 pm - 1:00 pm
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MCI
23h 47m
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$237Frontier
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
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1:45 pm - 9:27 pm
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MSP
7h 42m
1 stop
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10:12 pm - 1:00 pm
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14h 48m
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$246Frontier
Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 29
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1:45 pm - 9:27 pm
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7h 42m
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1:16 pm - 1:00 pm
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23h 44m
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$247Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
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1:45 pm - 9:17 pm
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7h 32m
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10:12 pm - 1:00 pm
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14h 48m
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$252Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Minneapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?

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 Minneapolis departing in August.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Minneapolis on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis is August, where tickets cost $359 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $597 and $559 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $399 on average.

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

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 Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis

 
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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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Expert on MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 Minneapolis

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FAQs for booking flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis

  • What is the quickest way to get from MSP to downtown Minneapolis?

    The quickest means of transportation from MSP airport to downtown Minneapolis are car rentals and taxis. Compared to the rail and Line Blue bus, which both take around 15 minutes, it would only take about 10 minutes using these methods. Consider making a reservation for a rental car at the counter at the Ground Transportation Center, which is across the terminal building on the ground level of the purple ramp.

  • What are the layover options for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    When flying from MCI to MSP, expect to have a layover at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Denver International Airport (DEN) when flying with American Airlines, United Airlines, or Frontier. When flying with Delta, you’ll stop at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

  • What is the most sustainable airline for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    If you need to have a sustainable flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis, choose to fly with United Airlines, which offers programs to boost recycling and decrease waste. These include minimizing single-use plastics and other non-recyclable products, as well as recycling programs at airport buildings and on board airplanes.

  • Can I purchase an economy ticket from Kansas City to Minneapolis and then upgrade to business class?

    On flights from MCI to MSP, Southwest and Delta provide the option to upgrade from economy to first class. However, in order for the deal to work, you must pay the upgrade fee; this is cheaper than doing so when booking first class directly.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis was $85 for a one-way ticket and $220 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    When flying out of Kansas City you will be using Kansas City. You will be landing at Minneapolis, also known as Minneapolis St Paul.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kansas City to Minneapolis flight route: Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Air France, and Alaska Airlines.

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

    The Airbus A220-100 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to Minneapolis flight route.

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

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Kansas City and Minneapolis.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $376 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $450 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Minneapolis.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?

    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 Minneapolis with an airline and back to Kansas City with another airline. Booking your flights between Kansas City and MSP 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 Minneapolis?

    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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $303 or less one-way and $397 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis depart from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and arrive at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). To connect easily from downtown Kansas City to MCI for a flight, consider using Metro Bus, specifically RideKC bus Route 229. When in a rush, consider using a taxi or a town car.
  • Consider purchasing your ticket with American Airlines or Delta if you are traveling from Kansas City to Minneapolis with children. These airlines provide on-board children's amenities such as aviation game kits, video games, and subscribed family movies and cartoon networks, so your children will be much more comfortable traveling with them.
  • Pet owners who need to fly to Minneapolis via Kansas City International Airport (MCI) should inquire with their airlines about the pet policies at the time of ticket reservation. For instance, if your pet is a dog, it must be in a muzzle and in the proper carrier when flying with Southwest or Delta Air Lines. The pet and the carrier combined should weigh no more than 25 lb.
  • Flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) take passengers with limited mobility into consideration. The use of wheelchairs, accessible parking, ramps, accessible restrooms, and personal assistants are among the special services provided by these airports. However, you must speak with your airline 24 hours before the journey in order to access wheelchairs and special assistants.
  • In addition to servicing Minneapolis, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) also serves some of its neighboring cities. As a result, you could consider using MSP (Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport) as your starting point for visiting Minnesota's Columbia Heights, Roseville, and Golden Valley.

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Kansas City to Minneapolis

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4249 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

4.0 OkayJeff, Jun 2026
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

The flight was okay. The pilots did an amazing job and kept us updated on the flight. The flight attendants were okay. They found time to be chatty with each other rather than focus on the guests. One of the attendants was a little less warm when asking about my bag I had on my lap that I was using during latter part of the mid- flight. Mind you, it was not the departure descent. I’m respectful to each and every attendant, it was the tone in her voice reminding me to place my carryon bag on the floor. I hope to have a better experience next time.

My flight from Denver to Minneapolis was excellent. My flight from Minneapolis to Denver was one of the worst I flights I have ever experienced. I had a window seat, the gentleman in the middle seat was morbidly obese and SW should have made him purchase two seats. His elbow dug into my arm most of the way even after I asked to please be careful. I was literally squashed between the him and the window with no wiggle room. The plane was full so it was not possible to ask for a different seat. I realize I should have complained to the flight attendant but I didn't feel anything could be done to rectify the situation. I fly SW often, I will continue to do so as this was my first negative experience.

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Multiple delays and gate changes. Arrived at final destination 6 hours late. All rental cars had been taken.

Crew was pleasant; flight was on time. Paid extra for early bird check-in and still got B boarding.

I will be flying again Southwest Airlines. Friendly crew, comfortable and affordable.

It went well. We even got in 15 earlier than scheduled.

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Bus to plane was delayed for no apparent reason and our luggage was still on the belt when they shut it off. Took about 20 minutes to turn it back on to get our luggage.

It was a pleasant surprise to have complimentary Wi-Fi on the flight

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

My seatback screen didn’t work so that sucked because that’s what I was going to do on the plane.

An awesome flight crew. FC seat cushion just doesn’t cut it for a 3+ hour flight.

The staff was frielndly. The plane was terrible, it was too small and should be decommissioned. There were no back seat screens at all. The only beverages we had a choice from was coffee, tea or water. The only bathroom in the back was behind the flight attendant's jump seat and wasn't working. And I literally felt like I was sitting on top of the guy next to me. It was terribly hot in the plane and we had to sit on the tarmac in Chicago for 1/2 hour due to congestion in Mpls. Wouldn't they have know that before they even boarded us so that we could have sat in comfort in the terminal?

was sitting in the jet bridge for 10 minutes in -20 degree weather waiting for my bag

Probably not the fault of Delta but there was delay after delay after delay and I ended up getting home 4 hours later then I should have at 1:30 in the morning

The gate attendants and the crew were terrible. Because of high winds, they needed to carry more fuel, so they had to get volunteers to take the next flight at 6 am the next day. They did a terrible job of it - our flight ended up taking off just under 3 hours of the scheduled time. I hope to never fly Delta again.

I paid for the upgraded bundle. Was worth it! Great experience round trip!

It was awful everything about it terrible I will never ever ever ride it again

It was awful ....my first time flying on it and I will NEVER fly it again ....everything about it was terrible .....most especially the flight attendants

Crew was kind of grumpy and there was no beverage service at all. Sodas were $4. Disappointing.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

I am HIGHLY unhappy with the amount of money I spent on the flight. Paid in advance only to find the flight at a discount price a week or so before the flight. I will not fly frontier again and have bad mouthed your business since to anyone I have spoken with about flying (which has been many a people). Crew was mediocre and instead of moving me to a spot where I could gain some leg room they sat their flight attendant there. Won’t be flying frontier in the future.

I have come to accept Frontier as an absolute no-frills airline, paying for everything I want. A 4.5-hour flight should provide me with a complimentary beverage—rather, $4.9x for a soda. Or a bottle of water ought to be extended at no cost. 4 beers are on the menu, but only 1 type of beer is available (at $9.95). Also, so many restrictions to using a voucher from Barclay‘s Credit Card. Finally, try to reach a live agent for Frontier- impossible!

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