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$65 Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to Kansas City

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$162
Typical prices: $539-$312
Frontier
Sun 4/19Thu 4/23
TPA - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$275
Typical prices: $367-$293
Southwest
Tue 5/5Tue 5/12
TPA - MCI • Non-stop
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TPA's efficient layout ensures shorter security lines.
Use the rideshare zone at MCI for easy transport.
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 53m
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Cheapest • Avg $225 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Kansas City (TPA-MCI)

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

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23
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5:30 am - 10:58 am
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6h 28m
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11:53 am - 7:34 am
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18h 41m
1 stop
$162Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3
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4:46 pm - 5:29 pm
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MCI
25h 43m
1 stop
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6:24 pm - 5:17 pm
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21h 53m
2 stops
$168Frontier
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
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8:17 am - 5:29 pm
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MCI
10h 12m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 5:28 am
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13h 54m
1 stop
$171Frontier
Wed, Jun 10 - Mon, Jun 15
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7:00 am - 5:24 pm
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MCI
11h 24m
2 stops
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6:19 pm - 9:29 pm
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26h 10m
1 stop
$177Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
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5:30 am - 10:58 am
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6h 28m
1 stop
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11:53 am - 12:26 am
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11h 33m
1 stop
$180Frontier
Sun, May 3 - Thu, May 7
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5:30 am - 10:58 am
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6h 28m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 5:28 am
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13h 54m
1 stop
$182Frontier
Tue, May 5 - Sat, May 9
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8:22 pm - 1:49 pm
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MCI
18h 27m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 5:28 am
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13h 54m
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$185Frontier
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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5:30 am - 10:58 am
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MCI
6h 28m
1 stop
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2:15 pm - 5:32 am
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14h 17m
1 stop
$187Frontier
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11
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8:17 am - 5:29 pm
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MCI
10h 12m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 5:28 am
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13h 54m
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$191Frontier
Sun, May 3 - Tue, May 5
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7:50 pm - 10:28 am
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MCI
15h 38m
1 stop
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2:34 pm - 5:28 am
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13h 54m
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$198Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Kansas City flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Tampa to Kansas City departing in April.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Kansas City on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Tampa to Kansas City. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Kansas City is February, where tickets cost $225 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $406 and $390 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tampa 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 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $356 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa to Kansas City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Tampa to Kansas City

 
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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$65
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa 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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FAQs for booking flights from Tampa to Kansas City

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Kansas City was $65 for a one-way ticket and $162 for a round-trip.

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

    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 Tampa to Kansas City?

    Tampa and Kansas City are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Tampa from Tampa and will be arriving at Kansas City.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tampa to Kansas City flight route.

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to Kansas City, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Kansas City are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $351 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $296 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Kansas City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kansas City from Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa to Kansas City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $192 or less one-way and $337 or less round-trip.

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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to Kansas City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.6Crew
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Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

2.0 MediocreDavid, Apr 2026
MCO - MCI
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Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

I have roller bag with food and medication told me I couldn't bring on my 2nd flight today. 15 years flying with SW never an issue with that bag.

Southwest continues to do less for more money. Flight attendants used to be fun and friendly. But now it’s like they don’t even see you. Such a shame.

I liked it better when you were truer to your roots Am paying more for less fun

I was supposed to be on a later flight. When I showed up at the gate, the woman working there was extremely helpful getting moved up to this earlier flight.

Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

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.

I have not flown Southwest in awhile and had a very pleasant experience. From ticketing to boarding to the flight. The flight left on time and landed ahead of schedule. It won't be so long next time!!

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

I appreciate the staff who allowed me to board though I arrived a little late! Regarding the assigned seating, I had booked my flight before this change and wasn't aware of the change at the time, and so I didn't select a seat at booking as I didn't realize it was relevant. Better communication about the change would have been helpful for preparing.

On the return flight, flight attendant Britt went out of her way to inform passengers that several of us had tight connections.

Too many people are taking up space in the overhead bins with their extra piece of luggage. Since they cannot fit their backpacks or extra luggage piece under the seat in front of them, they store it in the overheads and thus taking up room for other passengers. It wasn’t only one or two persons; more like 12 or 13 passengers.

Kayak botched up the booking, i had to call delta and fix. In the process Delta failed to honor my comfort plus seat assignment that i had previously.

Perhaps when you’re sitting in 1st class and the crew closes the bathroom for the pilots, there could be a notification other than holding your hands up as a blockade when you get there and you’re told the restrooms are closed please turn around … especially at night when visibility is poor and you’re met by a flight attendants with their arms up

Loved flying First Class. Very comfortable. The seat was amazing. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax so much better than in coach.

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

An awesome flight crew. FC seat cushion just doesn’t cut it for a 3+ hour flight.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Totally worth the miles to upgrade to Delta Comfort. Plenty of legroom.

This was my first time flying Delta ever and I had a great experience!

Bag drop was very disorganized in Miami. All main cabin passengers were shunted to just a few lanes and they had an equal number of lanes for first class passengers but there was nobody on those lines. They did nothing to bring the main cab and passengers over to the open lines and they just had employees standing there and doing nothing

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

I have never been assaulted they way I was today in Charlotte - shame on American

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

We called Kayak for a change due to the TSA situation in Atlanta. What we got was a canceled return flight (in error) and we had to find the mistake. Not happy with Kayak who blamed it on AA.

The flight attendant in business class was excellent! Professional, friendly and attentive.

A first class seat should fit a fat person, and this doesn't. The trays in the armrest are less functional than an ordinary tray in the back of the seat.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Really good. I accidentally left my duffel on the plane and the reps were so friendly in retrieving it.

After changing the departure gate 5 times making us mo e from one side of the airport to the other and then back the flight was delayed nearly 2 hours. The male flight attendant had a bad attitude with the guest being condescending, disrespectful with people who were already on edge.

Long long delay, no AC while delayed, gate changes, just for the most uncomfortable flight of your life.

Everything was smooth sailing. Great crew, easy flight and was surprised with an upgraded seat. Thank you all!

My first time experience with Spirit Air was not good at all.The reason i did not know to cancel 24Hrs before flight depature you do charge cancellation fee. It's ridiculous policy.Actually you should provide full voucher instead of charging cancellation fee. Confirmation Code# ZNVPHG Thanks Much , Rita S

I truly admired that the last minute flight attendants were willing to come to serve flight # 1465 and think they should be extra compensated. Doesn't have to beonetary a star a permanent position with Spirit as long as she flies etc. They were o so pleasant and accommodating. 😊😊. Please also serve water. Plain unadulterated water 💧! Invest in a filter of your own the cost of bottles are a penny on the dollar and you could have a plug on advertising with labeling. This could be hilarious "WATER TO REFREST THE SPIRIT FROM SPIRIT ITSELF!" - Free idea!😄😄😄. Anyway overall, though a tad late the flight met expectations. Thanks you Spirit, for everything.

The ticket price are reasonable, however, they can do better with the price on the luggage. Overall, I will continue using spirit.

That this is my second time the they cancel flights and they always wait until the last minute to let people know

Spirit is always late. Every single time. Always a different reason

Spirit is awful. Do not fly spirit. Nothing but delays, cancellations.

Every connection was late but that meant I was not running from one to the next so that was a good thing. No one wants to miss a connection

Food and entertainment see irrelevant to rate them as that’s not really an option anymore. The flight was fast and friendly. The plane was immaculately clean.

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

It didn’t happen. I booked it and then was told it wasn’t available and then forced to pay far higher prices for a worse option

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

Flight got delayed for 5 hours no good explanation was offered ;(

There was no one at the counter to assist with our check in. The app didn’t work, so I arrived at the airport with time to check in and I couldn’t because no employees were there. When I finally got someone on the phone, it was inside the 60min rule and they said I could no longer check in and they could sell me another ticket. We had to scramble and pay an additional $800 for tickets and THEN AFTER (about 60 min from my original convo with customer service and 10min after original departure time) I had boarded my new flight, there was email saying my original flight from Frontier was delayed and leaving 2hr 50min later, but I STILL wouldn’t have been able to check in. Which means customer service should have been able to see it and let me check in because I was well within my check in time. When I call Frontier, they hang up on me. So their app didn’t work and they employees left and they take zero responsibility or assistance with their “customer service”

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

The experience was good. No frills but I got there safe and sound and on time.

After boarding and un-boarding twice over 6+hours, the flight was canceled.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

Boarding in Orlando was not good. Giant mob at the gate, should have been lines.

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