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Cheapest round-trip
$255
Typical prices: $403-$562
American Airlines
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
MCI - PWM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $201-$332
Delta
Sat 10/27
MCI - PWM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $379 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Portland (MCI-PWM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Portland

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 10:31 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
5h 01m1 stop Philadelphia
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5:30 am - 11:16 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
6h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
$255American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
6h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:16 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
6h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
$255American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 1:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
6h 22m1 stop Newark
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6:00 am - 10:26 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$255United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 10:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
7h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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5:35 am - 11:55 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
7h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$260Southwest
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
6h 16m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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11:55 am - 4:47 pmPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
5h 52m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$273Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
6h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:55 am - 4:47 pmPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
5h 52m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$289Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:38 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
7h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:26 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$300United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 2:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
7h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 10:05 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
5h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$361Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 9:08 amMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
35h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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6:31 pm - 9:46 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
16h 15m1 stop Tampa
$709Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 9:08 amMCI  Kansas City-PWM Portland
35h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 9:46 amPWM  Portland-MCI Kansas City
16h 15m1 stop Tampa
$710Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Portland flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Portland start at $255. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $403 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Portland, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Portland are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% 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 Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 47% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from Kansas City to Portland

When to book flights from Kansas City to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland?

    Flights from Kansas City to Portland usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Portland (PWM).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Portland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Kansas City to Portland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $545, a difference of $123. 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 expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 56% above the route average of $471. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 1,293 miles.

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

    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 Portland 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 $255 to $1,073. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 09m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 21m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

    Portland 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 Portland Airport (PWM)?

    Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Movly

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Portland range from $403 to $562, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Portland 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 Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $422 - about $123 less than Thursday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Portland trip for August. Fares historically average $379 round-trip in that month - typically $313 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.
    - Clarion Hotel Portland Airport Me
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

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