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Cheapest round-trip
$124
Typical prices: $176-$277
Allegiant Air
Wed 2/21Sun 2/25
MCI - PIE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $88-$172
Allegiant Air
Thu 12/6
MCI - PIE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 2h 35m
Direct flights
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 44% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Tampa (MCI-PIE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Tampa

Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:58 pm - 10:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 27mnonstop
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4:07 pm - 6:08 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
3h 01mnonstop
$124Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$125Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$131Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$141Allegiant Air
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:58 pm - 10:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 27mnonstop
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4:07 pm - 6:08 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
3h 01mnonstop
$142Allegiant Air
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Allegiant Air Logo
6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$162Allegiant Air
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$177Allegiant Air
Thu, Feb 25 - Thu, Mar 11
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6:58 pm - 10:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 27mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:31 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
3h 01mnonstop
$183Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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6:25 am - 3:59 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
34h 34m3 stops Akron/Canton Savannah/Hilton Head Fort Lauderdale
$282Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 3:59 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
34h 34m3 stops Akron/Canton Savannah/Hilton Head Fort Lauderdale
$284Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Tampa flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Tampa typically range from $176 to $277. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $124, on Allegiant Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Tampa. It’s 35% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

When are flights from Kansas City to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Tampa are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% 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 Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$58
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 111% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Tampa

When to book flights from Kansas City to Tampa

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:45 am and lands at 11:20 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:58 pm and lands at 10:33 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 35m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Tampa.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Tampa takes 2h 35m, covering 1,045 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Tampa range from $176 to $277, with an average of $214 over the past 12 months. Anything below $176 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $214 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 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 Tampa?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to Tampa 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 $124 to $886. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE)?

    Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • National

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Tampa usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Tampa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Kansas City to Tampa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $140 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $244, a difference of $104.

    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 airlines fly from Kansas City to Tampa?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Kansas City and Tampa.

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

    Tampa 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 popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Tampa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $140, about $104 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $119 round-trip in that month - typically $156 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Airport to Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kansas City to Tampa St. Petersburg

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Tampa St. Petersburg to Kansas City

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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