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Spirit Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:15 pmORD-MCI
15h 55m1 stop
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7:01 pm - 11:08 amMCI-ORD
16h 07m1 stop
$246Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:14 pm - 5:56 pmORD-MCI
20h 42m2 stops
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7:01 pm - 11:08 amMCI-ORD
16h 07m1 stop
$249Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 10:31 amORD-MCI
14h 09m1 stop
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11:26 am - 6:39 pmMCI-ORD
31h 13m3 stops
$250Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 9:45 amMDW-MCI
1h 35mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 5:35 pmMCI-MDW
5h 35m1 stop
$251Southwest
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Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:26 amORD-MCI
6h 26m1 stop
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7:46 pm - 9:30 pmMCI-ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$251American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 18
American Airlines Logo
9:11 am - 11:13 amORD-MCI
2h 02mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 11:15 pmMCI-ORD
9h 15m1 stop
$252American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 22
American Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 9:29 pmORD-MCI
1h 48mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 11:42 pmMCI-ORD
6h 22m1 stop
$253American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 30
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 4:45 pmMDW-MCI
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 12:20 pmMCI-MDW
1h 25mnonstop
$254Southwest
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Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
3:49 pm - 5:25 pmORD-MCI
1h 36mnonstop
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7:40 am - 9:27 amMCI-ORD
1h 47mnonstop
$257United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 30
Frontier Logo
12:18 pm - 7:50 pmMDW-MCI
7h 32m1 stop
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8:09 pm - 11:08 amMCI-MDW
14h 59m1 stop
$257Frontier
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Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to Kansas City flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
ORD8:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 09m
1 stop
MCI10:31 amKansas City
Jan 11
MCI11:26 amKansas City
31h 13m
3 stops
ORD6:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$250
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
ORD3:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 06m
3 stops
MCI10:31 amKansas City
Jan 12
MCI11:26 amKansas City
7h 51m
1 stop
ORD7:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$255
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 6
ORD9:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 01m
2 stops
MCI5:10 pmKansas City
Jan 9
MCI4:28 pmKansas City
19h 19m
2 stops
ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$272
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Southwest flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Kansas City flight tickets
Southwest
Dec 15
MDW8:10 amChicago Midway
1h 35m
MCI9:45 amKansas City
Dec 15
MCI12:00 pmKansas City
5h 35m
1 stop
MDW5:35 pmChicago Midway
$251
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Southwest
Jan 6
MDW3:15 pmChicago Midway
1h 30m
MCI4:45 pmKansas City
Jan 9
MCI10:55 amKansas City
1h 25m
MDW12:20 pmChicago Midway
$254
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Southwest
Jan 6
MDW2:10 pmChicago Midway
7h 00m
1 stop
MCI9:10 pmKansas City
Jan 9
MCI1:30 pmKansas City
1h 25m
MDW2:55 pmChicago Midway
$264
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ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

7:20 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

7:01 pm-11:08 am

1 stop16h 07m

$246

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

9:14 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops20h 42m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

7:01 pm-11:08 am

1 stop16h 07m

$249

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

8:22 pm-10:31 am

1 stop14h 09m

Kansas City

Sun 1/11

11:26 am-6:39 pm

3 stops31h 13m

$250

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/15

8:10 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Kansas City

Mon 12/15

12:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$251

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/18

5:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

Kansas City

Thu 12/18

7:46 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$251

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/22

9:11 am-11:13 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Kansas City

Mon 12/22

2:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$252

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/16

7:41 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Kansas City

Tue 12/30

5:20 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$253

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/6

3:15 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kansas City

Fri 1/9

10:55 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$254

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/16

3:49 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Kansas City

Tue 12/30

7:40 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$257

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/8

12:18 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Kansas City

Thu 12/11

8:09 pm-11:08 am

1 stop14h 59m

$257

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kansas City?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kansas City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $276. If you’re not able to fly to Kansas City in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Chicago to Kansas City during July average around $281.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kansas City?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kansas City is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $309. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Chicago to Kansas City on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $453. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kansas City?

Flying to Kansas City from Chicago in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $320 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $344. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Kansas City flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kansas City from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kansas City for around $346 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kansas City from Chicago for as low as $242 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Kansas City flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Kansas City flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Kansas City flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Kansas City flight.

How have Chicago to Kansas City flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to Kansas City flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Kansas City according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Kansas City (CHI to MCI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$145

Fastest flight time

1h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Kansas City

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Kansas City from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $145. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Kansas City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $256.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Kansas City takes 1h 25m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Kansas City every day.
There is 1 airport near Kansas City: Kansas City (MCI)
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  • How far is Chicago to Kansas City by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Kansas City is about 412.7 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kansas City Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Kansas City Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kansas City Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kansas City Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kansas City Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Kansas City Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kansas City Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City

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SouthwestPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,252 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,044 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $197Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,042 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Kansas City

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City, operating 23 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Chicago to Kansas City starts from $177 round-trip, up to an average price of $305. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Kansas City

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Chicago to Kansas City start from as low as $192 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $388. United Airlines operates 40 flights to Kansas City from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,044 reviews.

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