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Frontier Logo
8:43 pm - 12:24 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 7:48 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
13h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$254Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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1:29 pm - 5:10 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 7:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$254Frontier
Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:56 am - 3:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 41m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:30 am - 7:47 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$256Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
11:45 am - 4:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:30 pm - 10:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MCI Kansas City
5h 35m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$257Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:25 am - 5:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 35m1 stop Indianapolis
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9:30 pm - 10:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-MCI Kansas City
12h 30m1 stop Houston Hobby
$257Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
Delta Logo
3:31 pm - 7:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$257Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 7
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6:00 am - 7:53 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 53mnonstop
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7:15 am - 9:07 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
1h 52mnonstop
$266United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:00 am - 7:53 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 53mnonstop
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8:45 am - 10:26 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
1h 41mnonstop
$266United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:30 am - 7:14 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 44mnonstop
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2:00 pm - 3:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
1h 44mnonstop
$266American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:05 am - 9:05 amMCI  Kansas City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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6:50 am - 8:42 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCI Kansas City
1h 52mnonstop
$266American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

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Delta flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Kansas City to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Dec 15
MCI3:31 pmKansas City
6h 04m
1 stop
ORD9:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 5
ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 57m
1 stop
MCI11:17 pmKansas City
$257
Delta
Oct 29
MCI6:30 amKansas City
5h 17m
1 stop
MDW11:47 amChicago Midway
Oct 31
MDW10:12 amChicago Midway
4h 30m
1 stop
MCI2:42 pmKansas City
$278
Delta
Dec 14
MCI5:38 pmKansas City
3h 57m
1 stop
ORD9:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 8
ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 57m
1 stop
MCI11:17 pmKansas City
$286

United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Kansas City to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 16
MCI6:00 amKansas City
1h 53m
ORD7:53 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 20
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 41m
MCI10:26 amKansas City
$266
United Airlines
Nov 24
MCI6:45 pmKansas City
1h 45m
ORD8:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 2
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 56m
MCI8:56 amKansas City
$298

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Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 10/22

8:43 pm-12:24 am

1 stop27h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/24

6:30 am-7:48 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$254

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Mon 11/30

1:29 pm-5:10 am

1 stop15h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/3

7:00 am-7:33 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$254

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 10/30

10:56 am-3:37 pm

1 stop28h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/2

6:30 am-7:47 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$256

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - MDW Chicago Midway

MCIMDW

Kansas City

Tue 10/20

11:45 am-4:45 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/27

4:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$257

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - MDW Chicago Midway

MCIMDW

Kansas City

Wed 10/21

11:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/22

9:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop12h 30m

$257

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 12/17

3:31 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/7

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$257

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 10/16

6:00 am-7:53 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/20

7:15 am-9:07 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$266

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 10/16

6:00 am-7:53 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/20

8:45 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$266
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Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Tue 10/27

5:30 am-7:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/30

2:00 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$266

Kansas CityChicago

MCI Kansas City - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 11/13

7:05 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/16

6:50 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$266

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Kansas City and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $293 to $423.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $254.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Kansas City, with most prices found around $303. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in December, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Kansas City to Chicago during November average around $345.

What is the cheapest Kansas City to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Kansas City to Chicago Midway for the best Kansas City - Chicago flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Kansas City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $364 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Kansas City for as low as $282 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Kansas City to Chicago 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 Kansas City to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Kansas City to Chicago flight.

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

As of September 2026, prices for Kansas City to Chicago flights are approximately 115% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Kansas City to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$126

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $126. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $254.
The fastest flight from Kansas City to Chicago takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Kansas City to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Kansas City there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kansas City to Chicago

  • How far is Kansas City to Chicago by plane?

    There are 412.7 mi between Kansas City and Chicago. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 20m.

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

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kansas City Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Kansas City to Chicago?

  • What is the most popular airline from Kansas City to Chicago?

Best airlines flying from Kansas City to Chicago

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,573 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $219Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,101 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $242Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,248 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,201 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Kansas City to Chicago

    Southwest flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago start from $269 round-trip. Over the 14 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $463 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From Kansas City to Chicago

    $242 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Kansas City to Chicago found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $381, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 10,248 user reviews) flies into Chicago from Kansas City 35 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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