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$59+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Kansas City (MCI)

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ORD — MCI
Nov 10 — Nov 171
1 adult
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/184:09 pmSTL - MCI
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Mon 11/252:03 pmMCI - STL
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Fri 12/137:25 amORD - MCI
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 12/166:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop18h 24mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:15 amMDW - MCI
1 stop10h 20mFrontier
Mon 12/96:25 pmMCI - MDW
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$158
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:27 pmORD - MCI
1 stop25h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/102:33 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:10 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:25 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop18h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/238:56 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/267:11 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/235:42 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Sun 11/246:15 amMCI - MDW
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/4$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/2312:25 pmORD - MCI
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Sun 11/246:49 amMCI - ORD
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 11/4$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2511:25 amORD - MCI
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Thu 11/285:40 amMCI - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 12/277:19 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3110:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/266:05 amMDW - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Fri 11/296:10 amMCI - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/2$290
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/189:50 amSTL - MCI
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/257:11 pmMCI - STL
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$364

Find flights from Illinois to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Kansas City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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St. LouisKansas City

STL - MCI

STLMCI

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/19

5:37 pm-3:06 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$63

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

7:33 am-6:05 pm

2 stops34h 32m

$101

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/23

10:55 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$125

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/24

4:50 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$134

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

8:05 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$155

ChicagoKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/14

11:31 am-4:45 am

2 stops17h 14m

$157

St. LouisKansas City

STL - MCI

STLMCI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/4

7:34 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$165

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

8:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$217

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$121

ChicagoKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/25

5:50 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Kansas City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Kansas City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City (average of $297). Flying from Illinois to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 IL to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 5, 2024.

When flying from Illinois to Kansas City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 5, 2024.

The most flights from USIL to MCI are scheduled on a Tuesday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 November 5, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Kansas City. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,421 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,800 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from Illinois?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Kansas City.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Kansas City for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Kansas City for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $130, but on average you can expect to pay $306.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to Kansas City for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from Illinois to Kansas City under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to Kansas City is less than $290.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Kansas City for under $200?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from Illinois to Kansas City within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Illinois to Kansas City?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Illinois to Kansas City on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 25 flights from Illinois to Kansas City a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 56% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 44% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Kansas City?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Kansas City can take about 1h 40m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $130. The distance between Illinois and Kansas City is about 404 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $59. Spirit Airlines flights start at $87 while deals on Southwest start at $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Kansas City?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City, Chicago Midway - Kansas City or Lambert-St Louis - Kansas City when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Kansas City.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Kansas City on time: Air Wisconsin (97%), SkyWest Airlines (95%), Republic Airways (93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $264, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $96. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City), is priced around $184.

  • What does ORD to MCI mean?

    Great question - ORD to MCI just means Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kansas City Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Kansas City that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Kansas City flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Kansas City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Kansas City flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Kansas City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Kansas City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Kansas City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Kansas City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Kansas City flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Kansas City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/5.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kansas City (average of $297). Flying from Illinois to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Kansas City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$106Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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