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Cheapest round-trip
$231
Typical prices: $356-$557
American Airlines
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
MCI - PSP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $190-$353
Southwest
Mon 11/5
MCI - PSP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Palm Springs. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 63% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 17% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $396 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs (MCI-PSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Palm Springs

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:51 amMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
6h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 9:57 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
5h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$231American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:51 amMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
6h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 9:57 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
5h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$231American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:16 amMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
5h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:28 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$231United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
6:10 pm - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 9:10 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$231Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
3:05 pm - 8:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
7h 45m2 stops Dallas Love Field Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 9:10 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$236Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
3:34 pm - 9:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
7h 55m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:03 am - 2:05 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
6h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
$262Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 9:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
10h 56m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:03 am - 4:47 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
8h 44m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$267Delta
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 9:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
7h 29m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:26 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
27h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$316Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 9:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
7h 29m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:26 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
27h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$316Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 amMCI  Kansas City-PSP Palm Springs
7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:49 am - 7:27 pmPSP  Palm Springs-MCI Kansas City
6h 38m1 stop San Francisco
$321United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Palm Springs flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs start at $231. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $356 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $231 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Palm Springs, it is 2% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% 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 Palm Springs?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Palm Springs at $352 round-trip.
•May ($592) and September ($556) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Palm Springs the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 63% 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 Palm Springs flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$131
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Kansas City to Palm Springs

When to book flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs

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

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

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Palm Springs (PSP).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 Palm Springs?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Kansas City to Palm Springs route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $513, a difference of $95. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Palm Springs?

    Some of the most popular sights in Palm Springs are Palm Springs Convention Center, Plaza Theatre and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Palm Springs on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 98% above the route average of $426. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Palm Springs?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Palm Springs takes 0h 00m, covering 1,262 miles.

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

    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 Palm Springs 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 $231 to $1,054. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Palm Springs are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $203, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 22m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 31m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Palm Springs?

    Palm Springs is 2 hours behind Kansas City (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Palm Springs Airport (PSP)?

    Palm Springs Airport (PSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Ace

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Palm Springs range from $356 to $557, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Palm Springs 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $418 - about $95 less than Monday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 63% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Palm Springs trip for October. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $240 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Palm Springs Airport.
    - Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
    - Courtyard by Marriott Palm Springs
    - El Noa Noa

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