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Cheapest round-trip
$137
Typical prices: $261-$427
Southwest
Mon 2/5Thu 2/8
MKE - MCI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$69
Typical prices: $159-$280
Southwest
Tue 12/18
MKE - MCI • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 35m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $146 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City (MKE-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Kansas City

Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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10:20 am - 11:55 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
1h 35mnonstop
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5:45 pm - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
1h 30mnonstop
$137Southwest
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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10:20 am - 11:55 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
1h 35mnonstop
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5:45 pm - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
1h 30mnonstop
$137Southwest
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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9:59 am - 5:02 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
7h 03m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:26 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$147Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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9:59 am - 5:02 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
7h 03m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:26 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$147Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 7:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:45 pm - 7:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
1h 30mnonstop
$147Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 2:45 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 10:03 amMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$199United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:17 pm - 11:07 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:36 am - 1:32 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$199United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 12:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
4h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:52 pm - 10:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$199American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 11:28 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
5h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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1:20 pm - 8:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$199Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
American Airlines Logo
7:33 pm - 12:24 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MCI Kansas City
4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:52 pm - 8:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$219American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Kansas City 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 Milwaukee to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City typically range from $261 to $427. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $137, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Kansas City. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Kansas City?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Kansas City at $226 round-trip.
•January ($483) and September ($442) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Milwaukee to Kansas City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$69
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Kansas City

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee to Kansas City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Milwaukee to Kansas City 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 Milwaukee to Kansas City?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 8:35 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:45 pm and lands at 7:20 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 35m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Kansas City takes 1h 35m, covering 435 miles.

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

    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 Milwaukee to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City range from $261 to $427, with an average of $345 over the past 12 months. Anything below $261 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Milwaukee to Kansas City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $146 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $356 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Milwaukee to Kansas City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Milwaukee to Kansas City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Milwaukee to Kansas City flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $292 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $412, a difference of $120.

    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 Milwaukee to Kansas City?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Milwaukee and Kansas City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Milwaukee to Kansas City?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 3h 52m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 3h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center and Worlds of Fun. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Milwaukee to Kansas City flights?

    Among airlines operating Milwaukee to Kansas City flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Milwaukee to Kansas City flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Kansas City 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $292, about $120 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Kansas City trip for October. Fares historically average $226 round-trip in that month - typically $257 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $146 round-trip on this route - about $209 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kansas City Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport

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Find which airlines fly direct from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Kansas City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Milwaukee-Mitchell to Kansas City

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Direct returns

Kansas City to Milwaukee-Mitchell

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