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Cheapest round-trip
$272
Typical prices: $360-$551
Frontier
Sun 11/11Fri 11/16
IAD - MCI • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $355-$550
United Airlines
Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
IAD - MCI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 59m
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $333 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Kansas City

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:07 pm - 7:47 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
26h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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12:53 pm - 11:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$272Frontier
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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3:45 pm - 9:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:50 pm - 9:23 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 33mnonstop
$274United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5
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1:15 pm - 5:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:33 am - 3:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 27mnonstop
$274United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:24 pm - 9:34 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 10m1 stop Orlando
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10:30 am - 9:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 59m1 stop Orlando
$274Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:24 pm - 9:34 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 10m1 stop Orlando
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10:30 am - 9:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 59m1 stop Orlando
$274Frontier
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:55 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 05mnonstop
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6:00 am - 1:34 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$277United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:40 am - 11:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
29h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:53 pm - 11:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$278Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:14 pm - 8:49 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:41 pm - 12:41 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$280Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:23 am - 2:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
8h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:34 am - 11:34 amMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$280Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:05 am - 9:47 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:20 pm - 11:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$280Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City typically range from $360 to $551. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $272, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City at $385 round-trip.
•June ($537) and July ($501) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% 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 Dulles 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.

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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.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$103
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Kansas City

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:35 pm and lands at 3:34 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 1:09 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 59m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City takes 2h 59m, covering 924 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City range from $360 to $551, with an average of $449 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $449 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $333 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $448 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $120, which is 45% 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 starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $510, a difference of $121.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Kansas City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 20m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights:

    • United Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City flights?

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

    • United Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $389, about $121 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kansas City trip for January. Fares historically average $385 round-trip in that month - typically $152 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $333 round-trip on this route - about $115 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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Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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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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