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$79+ Cheap flights from Denver to Kansas City (DEN - MCI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — MCI
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$118
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

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July

Average price

$188
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/24:19 pmDEN - MCI
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Wed 7/97:51 pmMCI - DEN
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Deal found 3/20$114
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/308:45 pmDEN - MCI
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Mon 5/512:45 pmMCI - DEN
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/19$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:05 amDEN - MCI
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/26:00 amMCI - DEN
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:26 pmDEN - MCI
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/145:42 amMCI - DEN
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/21$197
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:50 pmDEN - MCI
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/278:40 pmMCI - DEN
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/254:00 pmDEN - MCI
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Tue 10/285:40 pmMCI - DEN
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/21$231
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:50 pmDEN - MCI
1 stop15h 47mSun Country Air
Sun 4/2710:25 amMCI - DEN
1 stop7h 50mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/21$255

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DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Wed 7/2

4:19 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Kansas City

Wed 7/9

7:51 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$114

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Wed 4/30

8:45 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 5/5

12:45 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$147

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Wed 4/23

1:40 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

5:23 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$176

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Fri 4/11

5:26 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Kansas City

Mon 4/14

5:42 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 41m

$197

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Thu 4/24

5:50 pm-10:37 am

1 stop15h 47m

Kansas City

Sun 4/27

8:40 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$208

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Thu 4/24

5:50 pm-10:37 am

1 stop15h 47m

Kansas City

Sun 4/27

10:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$255

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Mon 3/31

4:20 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Kansas City

Sat 4/5

6:32 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 58m

$327

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Sat 3/29

4:52 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$79

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Sat 5/24

5:25 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$85

DenverKansas City

DEN - MCI

DENMCI

Denver Intl

Sat 4/26

10:10 am-12:52 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$89

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Denver to Kansas City in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Denver-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Denver-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Denver-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Denver-Kansas City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Denver-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Denver to Kansas City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Denver to Kansas City trip
Airports
DEN

For a quick departure, use the A Line train to reach DEN from Union Station in 37 minutes, avoiding traffic hassles.

Read more about DENby Emily Zemler
MCI

Take the RideKC bus from MCI to downtown KC for free. It departs hourly and takes about an hour to reach the city center.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
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Matt Meltzer

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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Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Denver with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Denver to Kansas City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Denver to Kansas City is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Denver to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 DEN to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to Kansas City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Denver to Kansas City in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to Kansas City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 21, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to MCI are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Kansas City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kansas City ranges from 1.1 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kansas City when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Kansas City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kansas City, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated March 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Denver to Kansas City, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
732 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Denver to Kansas City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Denver to Kansas City?

    Booking a flight from Denver Intl (DEN) to Kansas City (MCI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Denver to Kansas City. On a typical day, there are 10 flights from Denver Intl to Kansas City, all of which are around 1h 35m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Denver Intl to Kansas City.

  • How popular is this Denver to Kansas City flight route?

    Within the past month, 25 users have taken a look at flights from Denver Intl to Kansas City.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Denver to Kansas City is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $147 and $176 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $85 and $88, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to Kansas City?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to Kansas City are Air Canada (81%), Southwest (80%) and United Airlines (80%).

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

    While on average a flight from Denver to Kansas City is generally $201, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $49. When looking at the most popular route, (Denver Intl - Kansas City), you can expect to pay $134 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to Kansas City 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 Denver to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Denver to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 3 airlines flying from Denver to Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Denver to Kansas City. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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