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$98+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Kansas City (MSY - 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MCI
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Kansas City are usually found in August or January, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Kansas City (MCI). 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 25, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(Delta)

One-way from

$98
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$453
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/247:45 amMSY - MCI
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Wed 4/305:45 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/24$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/22:23 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/612:28 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/243:35 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/306:00 amMCI - MSY
2 stops7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/107:47 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/144:23 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Thu 4/105:31 pmMSY - MCI
2 stops19h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/144:23 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 4/197:40 amMSY - MCI
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Sat 4/265:05 pmMCI - MSY
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/22$327
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 3/277:44 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop23h 51mFrontier
Sat 3/298:35 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop22h 09mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$331
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/25:49 pmMSY - MCI
2 stops20h 16mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/67:00 amMCI - MSY
2 stops31h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$670

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Kansas City that are best for you.

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New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

7:45 am-12:51 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Kansas City

Wed 4/30

5:45 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 02m

$213

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

2:23 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Kansas City

Tue 5/6

12:28 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$217

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

3:35 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Kansas City

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-1:14 pm

2 stops7h 14m

$218

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Kansas City

Mon 4/14

4:23 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$244

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

5:31 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops19h 28m

Kansas City

Mon 4/14

4:23 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$267

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

7:40 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

5:05 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$327

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

5:49 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops20h 16m

Kansas City

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$670

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

5:31 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops19h 28m

$98

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

2:23 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$102

New OrleansKansas City

MSY - MCI

MSYMCI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/5

7:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$107

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Kansas City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans 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

*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 New Orleans-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-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 New Orleans-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Kansas City

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from New Orleans 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 MSY to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 25, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Kansas City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

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 25, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Kansas City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $213, Delta will fly you from New Orleans to Kansas City and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $217 and $218, respectively. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $102 and $107, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Kansas City from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (67%), Delta (50%), Southwest( 43%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Kansas City?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Kansas City? While on average our users pay $310, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $153. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Kansas City), is priced around $244.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from New Orleans 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Kansas City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$162Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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