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Cheapest round-trip
$181
Typical prices: $309-$461
Frontier
Wed 9/2Tue 9/8
MCI - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$307
Typical prices: $362-$508
American Airlines
Wed 9/30Sat 10/3
MCI - PHL • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia (MCI-PHL)

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

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
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11:26 am - 10:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
10h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:37 pm - 7:37 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
24h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$181Frontier
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
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11:26 am - 10:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
10h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 4:05 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
10h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$190Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:16 am - 10:52 amMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
24h 36m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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5:50 am - 7:48 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
14h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$208Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1
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10:30 pm - 6:14 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
42h 44m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:50 am - 8:46 amPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
25h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$222Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:25 am - 2:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:00 am - 11:15 amPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$258Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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4:45 pm - 9:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
4h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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7:55 am - 3:55 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
9h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$264Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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12:51 pm - 4:44 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
2h 53mnonstop
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10:10 am - 12:10 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
3h 00mnonstop
$307American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:49 am - 11:40 amMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
2h 51mnonstop
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10:10 am - 12:10 pmPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
3h 00mnonstop
$307American Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:44 am - 1:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 9:51 amPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
4h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$327Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:45 pm - 11:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-PHL Philadelphia
4h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:20 am - 11:15 amPHL  Philadelphia-MCI Kansas City
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Philadelphia flights

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

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 Philadelphia departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Philadelphia from Kansas City usually cost between $362 and $523 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $181 on Frontier (Sep 2-Sep 8).

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

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

When flying from Kansas City to Philadelphia, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Kansas City, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia is February, where tickets cost $391 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $535 and $513 respectively.

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

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 $468 on average.

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

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 Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia

 
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia

  • What is the best way to get to PHL from downtown Philadelphia?

    The city center of Philadelphia sits about 10 miles from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). To get there, take the SEPTA City Train that connects to the AMTRAK train, and drop off at the 30th Street Station. Also, a Regional Rail Line departs from PLL to CHOP’s Philadelphia Campus.

  • Is there a prayer room at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)?

    If you’ve landed safely, remember that PHL has a quiet place if you’re looking for a hideout for solitude and prayer. The room is inter-faith and multi-cultural, is situated after security in the D-E connector, and is open daily.

  • Are there car rentals at PHL?

    Numerous car rental companies such as Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise run their desks at PHL, thus offering you a flexible and cost-effective means of exploring the city. One crucial factor to check with the service provider is the fuel policy. There are free shuttles outside the baggage claim terminal to ferry you to the car rental facility, about a 4 minutes journey from the arrival terminal.

  • Are there lounges at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)?

    You’ll find nine lounges at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), where you can relax while waiting to be picked up or connecting to another destination. For instance, the Centurion Lounge sits in Terminal A West, adjacent to Gate A14. Usually, priority access is for members and holders of registered cards. In addition, economy class travelers can access this amenity if they agree to pay for the day’s pass.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia was $92 for a one-way ticket and $181 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    Kansas City and Philadelphia are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Kansas City from Kansas City and will be arriving at Philadelphia.

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

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kansas City to Philadelphia flight route.

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to Philadelphia flight route.

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

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Kansas City and Philadelphia, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $466 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $452 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Philadelphia.

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

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

    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 Philadelphia with an airline and back to Kansas City with another airline. Booking your flights between Kansas City and PHL 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 Philadelphia?

    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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $358 or less one-way and $415 or less round-trip.
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) features two terminals, B and C, shaped like incomplete circles. Terminal B lies on the airport’s west side and serves domestic and regional flights run by Southwest, Delta, and Allegiant. Terminal C sits on the east and operates domestic and international flights. Movement between the two terminals is via an on-airport shuttle bus.
  • Families traveling to Philadelphia via MCI should remember that the establishment has two nursing rooms in Terminal C. One sits in the United departure lounge, while the other is the holding room for flights with Spirit, Frontier, American, and Alaska. These suites offer privacy when pumping and breastfeeding.
  • MCI Airport Lost and Found program handles inquiries on the items misplaced at various points in the airport. Contact your carrier if you lose your package anywhere from the ticketing counter, departure lounges, and aboard the aircraft. Still, you can submit an online inquiry to AKAL Security if you misplaced your item at the security checkpoint.
  • Those planning to depart early in the morning should consider sleeping in any of the hotels that lie close to MCI. Hotels such as Drury Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport offer courtesy shuttles to and from the airport, and you’ll have a hassle-free trip to the airport.
  • Those traveling with pets through MCI will be glad to know that the establishment has a pet relief area on either end of Terminals B and C, outside the secure area. If you’re flying with American Airlines, you’ll get an additional relief area inside Terminal C.

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