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$91 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to Kansas City

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Cheapest round-trip
$181
Overall average: $308
Southwest
Wed 4/29Tue 5/5
PDX - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$217
Typical prices: $286-$488
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/25Wed 4/29
PDX - MCI • Non-stop
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PDX offers easy navigation with clear signage.
Use the rideshare zone at MCI for quick Lyft access.
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Kansas City (PDX-MCI)

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

Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 5
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 8:50 pm
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MCI
7h 35m
1 stop
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7:00 am - 12:55 pm
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PDX
7h 55m
1 stop
$181Southwest
Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 5
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11:55 pm - 9:20 am
PDX
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MCI
7h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 8:45 pm
MCI
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PDX
12h 20m
2 stops
$186Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 5:15 pm
PDX
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MCI
8h 50m
2 stops
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10:25 am - 8:45 pm
MCI
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PDX
12h 20m
2 stops
$192Southwest
Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 6
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12:27 pm - 1:30 pm
PDX
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MCI
23h 03m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 4:46 pm
MCI
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PDX
28h 12m
1 stop
$213Frontier
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 4:17 pm
PDX
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MCI
3h 32mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:03 pm
MCI
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PDX
3h 52mnonstop
$217Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
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1:52 pm - 11:59 pm
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MCI
8h 07m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:03 pm
MCI
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PDX
3h 52mnonstop
$227Alaska Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 15
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 6:23 pm
PDX
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MCI
9h 08m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 9:14 pm
MCI
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PDX
5h 56m
1 stop
$232United Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 25
Frontier Logo
11:48 am - 2:06 pm
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MCI
24h 18m
1 stop
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2:51 pm - 10:20 am
MCI
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PDX
21h 29m
1 stop
$233Frontier
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 4:17 pm
PDX
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MCI
3h 32mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:03 pm
MCI
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PDX
3h 52mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 9:15 am
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MCI
7h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 8:45 pm
MCI
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PDX
12h 20m
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$242Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to Kansas City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to Kansas City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

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

For Portland to Kansas City, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Kansas City back to Portland, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Kansas City, 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 Portland to Kansas City is January, where tickets cost $244 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $377 and $377 respectively.

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

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 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $307 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Kansas City, 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 Portland to Kansas City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Portland to Kansas City

  • What are the airports in and around the city of Portland?

    There are three airport options which you can choose to fly into the city of Portland, OR. The Troutdale Airport (TTD), Hillsboro Airport (HIO) and the Portland International Airport (PDX), which is the main airport in the city. Also, the Portland International Airport (PDX) is located 6 miles away from the city center of Portland, making it the most convenient option for travel into the city.

  • What are the airports in Kansas City, MO?

    There are two major airports that service Kansas City, MO: the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and the Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which is the main airport in the region. The MCI airport is located 15 miles from downtown Kansas City.

  • What are the hotels near Portland International Airport (PDX)?

    There are a number of hotels where you can choose to spend the night if you have an early morning flight from the airport. The Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station is a good option for travelers since it is located 2 miles away from the airport. You can also spend the night at the Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Airport at Cascade Station, located at a distance of 2.2 miles from the airport.

  • What are the hotels near Kansas City International Airport (MCI)?

    There are a number of hotels where you can choose to spend the night if you have a late evening arrival into the Kansas City International Airport (MCI). You can choose to book a room in the Kansas City Airport Marriott hotel, which is located about a mile from the airport. Also, you can choose to sleep in the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kansas City Airport, located 1.4 miles from the airport.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to Kansas City was $91 for a one-way ticket and $181 for a round-trip.

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

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to Kansas City?

    When flying out of Portland you will be using Portland. You will be landing at Kansas City, also known as Kansas City.

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

    Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to Kansas City flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to Kansas City flight route.

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Portland to Kansas City, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to Kansas City are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $373 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $364 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Portland to Kansas City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Portland 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 Portland to Kansas City?

    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 Kansas City with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and MCI 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 Portland to Kansas City?

    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 Kansas City from Portland 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 Portland to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $128 or less one-way and $307 or less round-trip.
  • The Portland International Airport (PDX) has got a children's play area located within the airport in Concourse C. This location allows for children to entertain themselves while traveling through the airport and give their parents a break as they await their departure.
  • There are two animal relief areas at the end of each terminal in Terminals B and C of the Kansas City International Airport (MCI). These are marked with signs and are made of grass. Plastic trash cans and bags can be used to keep the area clean. There is also a separate room inside a departure lounge that's for animals flown by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Alaska Airlines.
  • The pet relief areas at Portland International Airport (PDX) are located outside the terminal and on the concourses. These areas are adjacent to the Alaska Lounge and are located across from Gate D5. The area makes it convenient for travelers with their pets to use the airport much more conveniently.
  • The Kansas City Aviation Department and Variety KC are working together to create an accessible and inclusive play area for children at the new terminal of the Kansas City International Airport (MCI). The area shall make it entertaining for the children traveling through the airport.
  • There are a number of lounges which you can use to refresh while at the Kansas City international Airport (MCI). These lounges include the Admirals Club located near gate 79 and the Delta Crown Room Club locates in terminal B between gate 57 and 58.

Prefer to fly direct from Portland to Kansas City?

 
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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 Portland

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Alaska Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Portland to Kansas City

 
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7.5Entertainment
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7.0Food
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Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

4.0 OkayKenny, Mar 2026
TPA - BWI
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Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

The new seating arrangement is so over priced for what you get.

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

I realize they are still working out kinks with the new boarding process, but by the time I boarded in group 5, most of the bins were full. All airlines should better enforce small bags and jackets going under the seats until everyone has boarded.

WiFi was not working and didn’t have a beverage service

Snacks are always pretzels. Why can't you also offer peanuts ?

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

Never got on because first part of trip was cancelled and we have no idea when we will get rebooked…

Wonderful as always! Pleasant staff, smooth ride, and timely departure.

Everything ran like it should. Staff was professional. Looking forward to flying with them again.

Liked the attention and speed when getting wheelchair..........Was assured by phone that my needs would be taken care of and they were with my name.

The seats were spacious and comfortable. Even in basic economy. However, the flight boarded 30 minutes late.

Alaska used to be a top notch airline. With it's growth it is now in line with the big airlines. Not bad, not great.

Great. I did have a little issue getting into the Lounge, which is likely more an American Airlines issue. I did not carry my physical AAdvantage Executive credit card with me on this trip, which Admirals Club membership is a part of the benefits of having this card. The instructions on the AA website and the Citi cards website make it seem like you don't need the physical card, as both sites state you can enter with your boarding pass and driver's license. But both lounges said you were required to present the physical card (and not the digital version, via Apple Pay), as only the physical card says "Admirals Club" on the back.I also do not have a physical Admirals Club membership card, so while both lounges eventually let me in, both denied me entrance initially for this reason.

Everything from the time I booked my flight through to the end when I got home was smooth and wonderful. Service was great, the flight attendants were attentive and there were no outstanding delays.

Delayed and no entertainment? I also forgot my headphones and immediately reported it and have not heard back yet.

The crew was very friendly. Boarding was quick and efficient.

We landed and sat on the tarmac for 45 minutes because they only have one gate at the airport and there was another plane running late so we had to wait

The WiFi was not working. That made for a long flight.

Absolutely no communication on why there's a delay and multiple flight time reschedules. I would have canceled the flight and drove back home if I known it was going to be rescheduled 3 or 4 times.

Another late night flight and MORE men belligerently drinking and yelling. I had to move from first to economy because they were so obnoxious and disruptive. Crazy to go from a cozy chair to cardboard when you were supposed to be in first. Delta allows was too much drinking which leads to belligerent behavior.

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Love delta smaller commuter plane so no entertainment and paid wifi on MKE-LGA leg was extremely unreliable and slow

Stop changing gates. Stop cancelling flights Stop moving my seat.

Extremely disappointed with Delta. They canceled flight last minute and then I rebooked the other flights and with which were delayed as well

Could not get my connecting flight boarding pass until four hrs before departure! Ver annoying especially since the staff could not explain why!

The flight was flying with 30% capacity. The flight my seat from preferred seating to back of the seat. Even though i can understand that this was to balance the flight weight. The flight attendance decided to do the serving near my seat and in the middle , their noices woke me up from sleep , when i realized that the service has ended and when they were going back asked for a coffee, for which they answered they have completed teh service in my location. That really upset me as they woke me up and also rejected the coffee i asked. I ended up landing with a headache, thanks to the crew that screwed up my travel

The crew were exceptionally nice and accommodating. My wife was tired after the flight from Haneda, Tokyo. They let her sleep and served her dinner later after she woke up, before we landed in PDX.

No charging outlets worked. Other than collecting trash attendants didn’t come around. No one could hear flight attendants announcements during the flight. Seat pads were horrible. Sitting on a board for 5 hours. What happened to Hawaiian airlines comfort, hospitality, and extras? Our pilots did an excellent job trying to minimize turbulence and incredible job in landing in windy conditions.

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

Horrible food and crew. Crew were laughing and talking loud while people were trying to sleep

Yall need to integrate your system with Alaska more efficiently. They booted me off the first flight because of a discrepancy on your end.

The crew at Hawaiian Airlines was fantastic. Kind and hard working. The pilots were great with giving us all the updates to make sure we were informed.

Very good. Nice plane and we sat in economy plus - bigger seats, more room. They served a meal and snacks, and the meal was an apple stuffed pancake that was very good! The snack for us was a hummus sandwich - also very good. The flight attendants were helpful and nice. They have plenty of movies and shows to watch. My only negative -- they changed our flights around and did not adjust the layovers, so we ended up with a very long and unnecessary layover in Honolulu.

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

Flight scheduled to take off at 5.55pm but it did not take off until 7pm due to some food delivery delay.

Unfortunately, I was put into the middle seat in the first row of premium seating. Sounds nice right? No! that is the worst seat in the plane. I wish I was in economy rather than be in that seat! There is no seat back pocket, no tray table, no charger. Nothing! so unless you're row mates are willing to let you share their basic amenities any flyer should have, you are stuck. It was the worst experience ever! And the flight attendant forgot to take my drink order. I felt like the forgotten flyer.

Everything was on time and service on the flight was great!

Wifi Bluetooth features for watching in flight movie was horrible. Screen kept blacking out no connection of sound although it said connected. Other than that smooth trip .

The travel company that you have on your site did me so wrong. I don’t know how it happened, but they put my son‘s name on my plane ticket flying to Vietnam. Along with his birthday. They would not have let me fly from Fort Myers to Ho Chi Minh City. I don’t think that I can ever use your service again. I typed my information into the browser along with my passport number and four days before I’m leaving I have to quickly search another ticket to fly out here.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

It’s always a great time flying with united airlines.

Good flight. Efficient boarding and competent flight crew. No problems until we arrived at our destination gate. We were early so there was an aircraft at the gate that had to move before we could pull in. Then, due to the type of aircraft we flew, the cabin door could not be opened until some luggage from the cargo bay was offloaded to preserve center of gravity characteristics. So, that further delayed deplaning. Despite being 20 minutes early on landing, we ended up being 5 to 10 minutes late after all the delays.

Everything went well except the turbulence what no one have a control of but pilot and crew handled very good!

There was no WiFi available, there were mechanical problems with the plane and we landed at C 124, then the gate was switched to A 26, then all the way back to C126! For a 75 yo woman traveling alone, this was a difficult journey, indeed!

This trip did not start off well. The inbound flight was delayed about 20 minutes. Then, after initial onboarding, the passengers had to deplane due to a mechanical problem. That took about 30 minutes to fix and be cleared. Then, reboarding was chaotic. It took a long time to sort passengers and two passengers on standby were ticketed but there was no seat. So, they had to deplane. One of the flight crew was trying to help passengers figure out a place to put their carry-on bags and that took more time. In the end, our scheduled 10:30 am departure did not actually take off until about 12:05 pm CST. The flight itself was long but we got to Houston. Some passengers missed their connecting flights and had to rebook. Not the best of flights I've had.

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