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$90+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston

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MCI — HOU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Houston are usually found in April or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$267
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$420
From Kansas City to Houston
One-way flight from Kansas City to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/284:59 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop22h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/309:03 pmIAH - MCI
2 stops18h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$267
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Sun 4/68:35 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Wed 4/910:36 amHOU - MCI
1 stop24h 58mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$288
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Sun 4/68:35 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop27h 44mFrontier
Wed 4/910:17 pmIAH - MCI
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/215:50 pmMCI - HOU
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/222:40 pmHOU - MCI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$293
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Thu 5/156:05 amMCI - IAH
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/168:11 pmIAH - MCI
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$300
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Fri 8/87:51 pmMCI - IAH
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/125:20 amIAH - MCI
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$325
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Fri 4/257:41 pmMCI - HOU
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/265:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$333
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Thu 4/245:45 amMCI - HOU
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Fri 4/256:00 amHOU - MCI
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 3/27$346
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Sat 4/195:07 amMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/205:00 amIAH - MCI
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$354
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Thu 7/35:45 amMCI - IAH
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Sun 7/65:30 amIAH - MCI
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/27$386

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Houston that are best for you.

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Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Mon 4/28

4:59 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

9:03 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops18h 59m

$267

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

2:19 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$290

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Mon 4/21

5:50 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/22

2:40 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$293

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

6:05 am-8:16 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/16

8:11 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$300

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Fri 8/8

7:51 pm-10:24 am

1 stop14h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/12

5:20 am-5:38 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$325

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Fri 4/25

7:41 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/26

5:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 48m

$333

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - HOU

MCIHOU

Kansas City

Thu 4/24

5:45 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$346

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Sat 4/19

5:07 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/20

5:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 48m

$354

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Thu 7/3

5:45 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/6

5:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 30m

$386

Kansas CityHouston

MCI - IAH

MCIIAH

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

7:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop28h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/18

5:50 pm-2:39 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$680

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Houston flights

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Airports
MCI

The new security system at MCI is efficient, with a central checkpoint for all gates. Expect short wait times, typically under 5 minutes without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
IAH

For a quick trip to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft from IAH takes about 25 minutes. Pickups are available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Houston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Houston, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCI to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Houston flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Houston. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Houston, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Houston?

    Most people fly from Kansas City (MCI) if they book a flight from Kansas City to Houston. On average, Kansas City has 2 outbound flights to Houston per day from 6 airlines. Kansas City is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Kansas City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Houston round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($267), Frontier ($288), and Southwest ($293) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Houston. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Houston for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Houston?

    On average you can expect to pay $316 for a flight from Kansas City to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $132 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $206.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kansas City to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kansas City to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to Houston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Kansas City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Houston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$213Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$263Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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