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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $175-$279
Allegiant Air
Thu 12/6Mon 12/10
MCI - PIE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$67
Typical prices: $88-$169
Allegiant Air
Thu 12/13
MCI - PIE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 2h 36m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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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, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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
$117Allegiant 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
$121Allegiant 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
$158Allegiant 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
$159Allegiant Air
Sun, Feb 14 - 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
$163Allegiant 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
$163Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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5:04 pm - 7:03 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$165Allegiant 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
$167Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 10:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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7:35 am - 7:35 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
37h 00m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Denver Intl
$260Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 5:42 pmMCI  Kansas City-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
44h 13m3 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Nashville Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:34 pm - 5:33 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-MCI Kansas City
2h 59mnonstop
$261Multiple 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 $175 to $279. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117, 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 34% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% 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 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kansas City to Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$67
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 238% 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 11:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:58 pm and lands at 10:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 36m.

  • 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 36m, 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 $175 to $279, with an average of $212 over the past 12 months. Anything below $175 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 48% above the $212 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 $104 to $711. 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 $104, which is 17% 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 starting from around $31 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 45% 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 $254, a difference of $114.

    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 $114 less than Sunday fares (45% 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 50% 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

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Tampa St. Petersburg to Kansas City

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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