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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $406-$741
Delta
Sat 12/1Mon 12/3
JFK - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$353
Typical prices: $397-$709
Delta
Tue 12/18Tue 1/23
JFK - MCI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 25m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $157 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kansas City (JFK-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Kansas City

Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:05 pm - 11:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:41 pm - 1:00 amMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:43 pm - 8:49 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 06m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:41 pm - 1:00 amMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:59 pm - 6:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:41 pm - 1:00 amMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:20 am - 11:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 35m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:41 pm - 12:59 amMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:30 am - 12:13 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:10 am - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:30 am - 1:06 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:34 pm - 7:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:29 pm - 10:13 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 44m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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3:00 pm - 9:07 pmMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$354American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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9:30 am - 3:26 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
30h 56m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:22 pm - 3:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$473Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:30 am - 11:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
37h 29m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:30 am - 3:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 03m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$558Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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9:30 am - 11:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MCI Kansas City
15h 29m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 6:22 amMCI  Kansas City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$593Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City typically range from $406 to $741. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City at $370 round-trip.
•September ($627) and June ($529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Kansas City

 
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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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

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.

Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$165
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:29 pm and lands at 5:54 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:24 pm and lands at 9:49 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City takes 3h 25m, covering 1,109 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City range from $406 to $741, with an average of $504 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $504 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $157 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $507 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City 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 $349 to $2,684. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $211, which is 22% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $454 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $619, a difference of $165.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Only Delta operates flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Kansas City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 07m, compared with 6h 22m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 37m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $454, about $165 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kansas City trip for January. Fares historically average $370 round-trip in that month - typically $257 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $157 round-trip on this route - about $349 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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New York John F Kennedy 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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Kansas City to New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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