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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$142
Typical prices: $297-$507
Frontier
Mon 8/3Thu 8/6
MCI - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$240
Typical prices: $297-$509
Southwest
Tue 8/11Wed 8/12
MCI - BWI • Non-stop
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Southwest adds Cash + Points flexibility; United Economy Plus gives more legroom.
For D.C. access, DCA is most convenient; American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 29m
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Cheapest • 16% average savings
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Cheapest • Avg $232 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 48% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. (MCI-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 6
Frontier Logo
6:09 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 5:10 pm
BWI
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MCI
20h 38m
1 stop
$142Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 8
Frontier Logo
6:17 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:35 am - 5:10 pm
BWI
-
MCI
9h 35m
1 stop
$157Frontier
Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 6
Frontier Logo
6:09 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 5:10 pm
BWI
-
MCI
20h 38m
1 stop
$169Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7
Frontier Logo
6:07 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 19m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:35 am - 5:10 pm
BWI
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MCI
9h 35m
1 stop
$178Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 16
Frontier Logo
6:17 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 5:10 pm
BWI
-
MCI
20h 38m
1 stop
$181Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 21
Frontier Logo
6:17 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 4:05 pm
BWI
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MCI
19h 33m
1 stop
$184Frontier
Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 6
Frontier Logo
6:09 pm - 4:55 pm
MCI
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BWI
21h 46m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
7:17 pm - 5:10 pm
BWI
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MCI
22h 53m
1 stop
$189Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 4
Frontier Logo
6:09 pm - 7:26 am
MCI
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BWI
12h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 5:10 pm
BWI
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MCI
20h 38m
1 stop
$192Frontier
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7
United Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 9:18 pm
MCI
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IAD
2h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 7:32 pm
IAD
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MCI
2h 48mnonstop
$260United Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 9:55 pm
MCI
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DCA
2h 25mnonstop
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6:55 am - 8:40 am
DCA
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MCI
2h 45mnonstop
$273Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

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 Washington, D.C. departing in August.

What is the cheapest Kansas City to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. costs $278 on the route between Kansas City (MCI) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 16% cheaper than other Kansas City-Washington, D.C. routes. The most popular route is between Kansas City (MCI) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

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

For Kansas City to Washington, D.C., Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to Kansas City, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C. is November, where tickets cost $72 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $261 and $187 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $358 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, DCA and IAD

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.

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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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$71
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. was $71 for a one-way ticket and $142 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Kansas City and Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    Kansas City is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. You will leave Kansas City from Kansas City and you will be arriving in Washington, D.C. at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Kansas City and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C., Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $377 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $379 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C..

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Kansas City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $212 or less one-way and $483 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Kansas City to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kansas City to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Kansas City

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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