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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $333-$544
United Airlines
Wed 9/26Mon 10/1
MCI - EWR • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $178-$467
Frontier
Fri 12/7
MCI - EWR • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 59m
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Newark (MCI-EWR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Newark

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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6:29 am - 10:18 amMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
2h 49mnonstop
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9:44 pm - 11:59 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
3h 15mnonstop
$331United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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6:10 am - 9:59 amMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
2h 49mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:44 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
3h 14mnonstop
$331United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
4h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:00 pm - 9:18 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
5h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$351Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
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10:33 am - 5:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:47 amEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
4h 47m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$351Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
5:13 am - 1:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:48 am - 11:48 amEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$351American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:34 pm - 9:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:29 pm - 11:17 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$351American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Frontier Logo
8:43 pm - 1:02 amMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
51h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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10:29 pm - 7:48 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
22h 19m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$427Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:36 pm - 10:48 amMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
13h 12m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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11:55 am - 9:12 amEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
22h 17m1 stop Orlando
$427Frontier
Fri, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 6:19 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
24h 19m2 stops Portland San Diego
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5:30 pm - 3:58 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
23h 28m2 stops San Diego Portland
$473Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:00 pm - 4:02 pmMCI  Kansas City-EWR Newark
22h 02m2 stops Portland San Diego
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4:25 pm - 3:58 pmEWR  Newark-MCI Kansas City
24h 33m2 stops San Diego Portland
$493Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Newark Airport flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Newark Airport start at $331. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Newark Airport, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% 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 Newark Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Newark Airport at $303 round-trip.
  • June ($539) and August ($463) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Newark Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Newark Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Newark

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and EWR

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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John Walton

John Walton

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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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Key details for Kansas City to Newark Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$165
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Newark

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

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

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

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Newark Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Newark Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Kansas City and Newark Airport.

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Newark Airport usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Newark (EWR).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Newark 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $223 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $462 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Newark 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 Newark 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 Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% 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 Newark Airport?

    On the Kansas City to Newark Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 28%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $379 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $526: a $147 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Kansas City to Newark Airport spread across the day?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Newark Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Newark Airport are Prudential Center, New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark City Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Newark Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:59 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:49 pm and lands at 6:48 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 59m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 50% above the route average of $413. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Newark Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Newark Airport takes 2h 59m, covering 1,088 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City to Newark 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.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Newark Airport 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 $331 to $2,314. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Newark Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $177, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 29m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Newark Airport?

    Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport (EWR)?

    Newark Airport (EWR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Dollar
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Newark Airport range from $333 to $544, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Newark Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $379 - about $147 less than Monday (28% 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 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Newark Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $303 round-trip in that month - typically $236 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 Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $223 round-trip on this route - about $239 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 Newark Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Newark Liberty Airport?

 
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Direct departures

Kansas City to Newark

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Kansas City (MCI)
Newark (EWR)