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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $339-$523
United Airlines
Mon 9/24Sat 9/29
MCI - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$274
Typical prices: $348-$548
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Tue 10/2Sun 10/7
MCI - IAD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 34m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Dulles Intl (MCI-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Dulles Intl

Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 9:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 33mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 9:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271United Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:39 pm - 12:44 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 7:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
2h 48mnonstop
$271United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 3:19 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 29mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 10:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
10:30 pm - 6:20 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
16h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$280Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:42 pm - 12:41 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 11:16 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$281Delta
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24
Delta Logo
6:42 pm - 12:41 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 7:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 38m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$281Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 10:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:14 am - 10:04 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
6:28 am - 11:56 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 1:54 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Frontier Logo
10:30 pm - 6:20 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
16h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$283Frontier
Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15
Frontier Logo
12:53 pm - 6:20 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 11:58 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
30h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$288Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport start at $271. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $339 to $523. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $329 round-trip.
  • November ($537) and July ($514) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Dulles Intl

 
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Key details for Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$105
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
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Your Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Kansas City and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $255 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $441 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On the Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $369 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $533: a $164 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:10 am and lands at 1:44 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:50 pm and lands at 8:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 34m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 33% above the route average of $421. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 2h 34m, covering 924 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 $271 to $2,493. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 5h 27m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 57m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $339 to $523, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $369 - about $164 less than Monday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $208 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $255 round-trip on this route - about $187 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Kansas City to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Kansas City

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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