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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $392. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kansas City.$339 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
Kansas City.$371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $371, select.
Kansas City.$377 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $377, select.
Kansas City.$392 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $392, select.
Kansas City.$393 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.
Kansas City.$423 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $423, select.
Kansas City.$426 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.
Kansas City.$515 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Kansas City International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.
Kansas City.$518 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Kansas City International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $518, select.
Kansas City.$520 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kansas City International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.
Kansas City.$520 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Kansas City International on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.
Kansas City.$521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Kansas City International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Kansas City.$532 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 13 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kansas City International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $532, select.
Kansas City.$542 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Kansas City International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $542, select.
Kansas City.$543 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kansas City International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $543, select.
Kansas City.$544 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Kansas City International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kansas City International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $544, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kansas City International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Kansas City International flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Chicago to Kansas City International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Kansas City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kansas City International.

Kansas City International

23km from central Kansas City
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Chicago to Kansas City: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$338
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 39 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week563

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Kansas City International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Kansas City International is $339. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Kansas City International.
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Chicago to Kansas City International.
As of May 2026, there are 563 flights per week flying from Chicago to Kansas City International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kansas City International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport on Monday, 14 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kansas City International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kansas City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) jetting off from either of these.

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Chicago to Kansas City International Airport flight.

  • Kansas City (where Kansas City International Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-6 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), with 78 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from ORD to MCI is the 6:49am American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:29pm with American Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to MCI.

  • July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport with United Airlines. This leading airline offers services from ORD.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to fly with United from ORD to MCI.

  • With 71.33% of services landing as planned, American Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.

  • ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Consider starting your journey from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). You can book a direct Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) plane ticket with departures from this hub.

  • From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to MCI are offered by Southwest Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the MDW to MCI route.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Chicago Midway International Airport and Kansas City International Airport, with 77.64% of its services landing on schedule.

  • You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MCI flight:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.

  • Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Kansas City International Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.

  • The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City

  • Kansas City International Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Kansas City. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

  • $161 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport. A return flight starts at $338. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to MCI, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Kansas City International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Chicago to MCI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Kansas City. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • Before locking in your Chicago to MCI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Kansas City International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.

More about Kansas City

Explore more of the United States

  • Omaha is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kansas City. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.

  • Wichita is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres southwest of Kansas City. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of World Treasures, The Wichita Gardens and The Kansas African American Museum.

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