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Cheapest round-trip
$139
Typical prices: $261-$423
Frontier
Wed 9/2Wed 9/2
MCI - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$233
Typical prices: $112-$328
Southwest
Tue 10/6Tue 10/13
MCI - TPA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 35m
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Cheapest • Avg $276 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Tampa (MCI-TPA)

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

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 2
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11:26 am - 6:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:02 pm - 12:53 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
16h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$139Frontier
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
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11:26 am - 6:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:02 pm - 12:53 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
16h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$142Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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4:49 pm - 9:45 amMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
15h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:34 pm - 3:59 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
17h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$194Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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2:17 pm - 5:19 amMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
14h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:34 pm - 8:26 amTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
9h 52m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$213Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 9:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
2h 35mnonstop
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11:25 am - 2:30 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
4h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$232Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:00 pm - 9:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
2h 35mnonstop
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11:25 am - 2:30 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
4h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$232Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:44 am - 2:02 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:45 am - 11:15 amTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:10 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
5h 49m1 stop Miami
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1:52 pm - 6:52 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
6h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$239American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:01 am - 4:18 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:37 am - 2:00 pmTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$239American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 2:11 pmMCI  Kansas City-TPA Tampa
7h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 11:09 amTPA  Tampa-MCI Kansas City
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$251Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Tampa flights

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

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 Tampa departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Tampa from Kansas City usually cost between $343 and $544 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $139 on Frontier (Sep 2-Sep 2).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Tampa on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Kansas City to Tampa. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Tampa, 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 Tampa is October, where tickets cost $222 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $423 and $408 respectively.

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

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.

No, with an average price for the route of $392, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Tampa, 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 Tampa, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Tampa

 
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on MCI

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on TPA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
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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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FAQs for booking flights from Kansas City to Tampa

  • Where can I sleep at Tampa International Airport?

    If you’re looking for a place to catch some sleep, book a stay at Marriott Tampa Airport. This hotel is within airport grounds; you can access it from the Transfer Level. It is within the main terminal, and no shuttles are needed to get to the hotel. The hotel offers both day rooms and overnight stays.

  • Does Tampa International Airport offer accessible services?

    TPA is an ADA-compliant airport. Low vision passengers are provided braille signage, tactile guide paths, and Aira services. The hard of hearing have an induction loop system, visual paging services, and TDD telephones have been provided to request assistance. Passengers with reduced mobility will have wheelchair assistance and can request this service through their airline. Ramps and elevators have been provided for barrier-free access to the terminal. They also get reserved parking spots, dedicated seating, fast track services, and accessible restrooms.

  • What are the transport options from Tampa International Airport?

    TPA is served by the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) bus system, and bus route 30 provides regular services from TPA to downtown Tampa. SupperShuttle also provides shared-ride and door-to-door services from TPA to areas around Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Hernando Counties. Taxis are available outside the baggage claim area, all taxis are metered, and no reservations are required. If you wish to self-drive, take the SkyConnect train from the main terminal to the rental car center. Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, Hertz, and SIXT have their counters at TPA.

  • Which airlines have lounges at Tampa International Airport?

    American Airlines and Delta are the only airlines with lounges at TPA. You can access the AA lounge by paying at the door, while the Delta lounge is open only to members. The AA lounge is airside on Concourse F around Gate 85, while the Delta lounge is on Concourse F around Gate 68. TPA also has one USO Lounge that’s open to active US military members and their families. The USO lounge is on level 2, near the British Airways ticket counter.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Tampa was $65 for a one-way ticket and $139 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to Tampa flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Tampa are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $392 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 $377 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Tampa.

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

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

    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 Tampa with an airline and back to Kansas City with another airline. Booking your flights between Kansas City and TPA 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 Tampa?

    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 Tampa 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 Tampa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $193 or less one-way and $366 or less round-trip.
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) consists of two terminals, Terminals B and C. The entire airport complex is served by a free shuttle bus. There are blue and red lines; blue buses run every 10min and red buses depart every 15min.
  • Pets are welcome at MCI. However, TSA requires all pets to remain within their carriers while at the airport. MCI has provided only one pet relief station, and it is an indoor location in Terminal C.
  • Around 826 kg of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights from Kansas City to Tampa. You can fly more sustainably with Southwest Airlines, which has a flight that emits 62% less carbon per passenger.
  • SunTrust Bank runs a full-service branch at Tampa International Airport (TPA). They offer banking and currency exchange services daily from 10 am to 2 pm. The bank is at the Tampa Airport Marriott.
  • If you’re looking for business services at MCI, there are three airport business centers, one in each terminal. They offer business services, including faxing, copying, printing, and more. You’ll find the business centers around Gates 9, 56, and 76.

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Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Kansas City to Tampa according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.