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Cheapest round-trip
$252
Typical prices: $319-$548
Frontier
Fri 9/21Fri 9/28
SEA - MCI • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$317
Typical prices: $326-$556
Delta
Wed 10/10Sat 10/13
SEA - MCI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 36m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 43% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $296 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Kansas City (SEA-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Kansas City

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Frontier Logo
8:15 pm - 7:37 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
21h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:32 pm - 3:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$252Frontier
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Frontier Logo
8:15 pm - 7:37 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
21h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:32 pm - 3:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$282Frontier
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:27 pm - 8:47 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
26h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:09 pm - 11:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 51m1 stop Portland
$304Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 32mnonstop
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8:43 pm - 3:12 pmMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$313Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 32mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:57 amMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
3h 57mnonstop
$317Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 32mnonstop
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6:17 am - 8:20 amMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 03mnonstop
$317Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 11:31 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 36mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:04 amMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 04mnonstop
$317Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:16 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 36mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:24 am - 9:15 amMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
3h 51mnonstop
$317Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 5:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
9h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 11:47 pmMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 8:42 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 12:10 amMCI  Kansas City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Kansas City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Kansas City start at $252. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $319 to $548. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $252 on Frontier.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Kansas City, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Kansas City at $237 round-trip.
  • July ($497) and December ($463) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Kansas City are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Kansas City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and SEA

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 Delta

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.

Key details for Seattle to Kansas City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Seattle to Kansas City

When to book flights from Seattle to Kansas City

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Your Seattle to Kansas City flight questions, answered

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

  • Are there interactive kids’ play areas at Seattle International Airport (SEA)?

    Passengers traveling with their young ones through SEA to MCI will find a designated interactive kids’ playground at SEA. The play area is located past security in the Central Terminal. Nonetheless, it is equipped with Soft foam play objects with aviation themes, including an airplane, control tower, and luggage cart.

  • What can I do at SEA while waiting to board my flight?

    You can never get bored while at SEA. The airport features multiple amenities that you can enjoy while waiting to board your flight. Visit the Pearl Jam exhibit in Concourse A if you're a fan and enjoy live music. If you have some time before your flight departs, you can also head over to the Butter London Nail Spa in Terminal C and pamper yourself with a full body massage, manicures and pedicures.

  • How do I travel from MCI to Kansas City?

    There are four ways to travel the 20 mile distance from MCI to Kansas City center. Passengers who are in a hurry and wants to beat the traffic can opt for taxi, car rentals and Towncar services which take approximately 22min to cover this distance. However, if you want to explore the city’s beautiful sceneries, line bus 229 is the best option, and it takes 49min to reach Kansas City.

  • Are there nursing suites at MCI?

    If you are traveling with an infant, you will find top-rated nursing suites at Terminal C of MCI. These facilities feature exceptional amenities such as a power outlet and comfortable seats suitable for breastfeeding or pumping.

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

    Among airlines operating Seattle to Kansas City flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Seattle to Kansas City?

    3 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Kansas City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Seattle to Kansas City usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

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

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Seattle to Kansas City?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $296 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $428 for nonstop.

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

    The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Seattle to Kansas City route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $506, 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.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Kansas City flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Seattle to Kansas City?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:12 am and lands at 11:48 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 10:06 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 36m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Kansas City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 68% above the route average of $415. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Kansas City takes 3h 36m, covering 1,485 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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.

  • Have flight prices from Seattle 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 $252 to $1,103. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Seattle to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 08m, compared with 6h 44m via Portland (PDX) and 6h 52m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 2 hours ahead of Seattle (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Avis
    · Alamo
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Seattle to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Kansas City range from $319 to $548, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $319 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Seattle to Kansas City flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Kansas City flights:

    • • Alaska Airlines
    • • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Kansas City 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $386 - about $120 less than Monday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Kansas City trip for January. Fares historically average $237 round-trip in that month - typically $260 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $296 round-trip on this route - about $132 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.
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    - Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport
  • Do you need to leave your car at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) parking since you're traveling to Kansas City for a long time? If you are meeting incoming travelers, you have a number of parking alternatives at SEA, including the Airport Parking Garage, off-airport parking spaces, and the free Cell Phone Lot. Both covered and uncovered parking is available at WallyPark Seattle Airport Parking.
  • For travelers with limited mobility, Seattle Tacoma International Airport and Mid Continent International Airport (MCI) both provide accessibility services. The airlines that operate between Seattle and Kansas City offer particular assistance to such customers, including boarding and luggage loading, and the airports have wheelchair rental services. If you intend to use the services, make sure you call your airline before your journey.
  • The pet relief zones at Seattle Tacoma International Airport are available to passengers who can't part with their four-legged companions. There are various pet relief zones at the airport. They are located post and pre-security, which makes them easily accessible. The best part is they are equipped with disposable waste bags and sinks, so you don’t have to worry about your hygiene after using the facilities.
  • If you are landing late at Kansas City International Airport, also known as MCI and are looking for accommodations, there are multiple hotels near and at the airport. Hampton Inn Kansas City Airport Hotel, Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport, an IHG hotel and Hilton Kansas City Airport Hotel are some of the exceptional hotels located approximately within a 2mile radius from the airport. As a result, you will avoid the nighttime rush hour. Further, these hotels offer peerless services, including airport shuttle transfers.
  • If you need a rental car when you land at MCI, just head over to the airport's car rental facility. You can pick from a variety of automobile rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Dollar car rentals and many more.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Kansas City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Kansas City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Kansas City

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Kansas City to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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