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$75+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City (PHL - MCI)

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PHL — MCI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Kansas City are usually found in June or July, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$463
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/282:20 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/36:05 amMCI - PHL
Nonstop2h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/217:20 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/236:45 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop28h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$310
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/275:15 amPHL - MCI
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/284:17 pmMCI - PHL
3 stops25h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:55 amPHL - MCI
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Wed 6/182:15 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 2/20$319
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/86:50 amPHL - MCI
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Sat 3/158:35 pmMCI - PHL
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:55 pmPHL - MCI
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Wed 3/1212:00 pmMCI - PHL
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/79:30 amPHL - MCI
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:00 amMCI - PHL
2 stops10h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$359

Find flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City within your budget

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PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 4/28

2:20 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Kansas City

Sat 5/3

6:05 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 42m

$309

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 3/21

7:20 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop26h 08m

Kansas City

Sun 3/23

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop28h 14m

$310

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 6/14

6:55 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Kansas City

Wed 6/18

2:15 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$319

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 3/8

6:50 am-7:35 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Kansas City

Sat 3/15

8:35 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 35m

$320

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 3/8

6:49 am-3:44 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Kansas City

Thu 3/13

11:40 am-5:44 am

1 stop17h 04m

$328

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 3/7

8:55 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 45m

Kansas City

Wed 3/12

12:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$348

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Fri 3/7

9:30 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Kansas City

Tue 3/11

6:00 am-5:33 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$359

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 3/24

5:46 pm-10:16 am

2 stops17h 30m

Kansas City

Thu 3/27

10:47 am-6:00 am

2 stops18h 13m

$843

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Sat 4/19

6:40 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$75

PhiladelphiaKansas City

PHL - MCI

PHLMCI

Philadelphia

Mon 3/10

6:49 am-3:44 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$76

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Kansas City in February.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice 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 Philadelphia-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Kansas City

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to MCI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City, you will be flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Flights to Kansas City (MCI) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 3h 09m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City per day from 6 airlines.

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

    The Philadelphia to Kansas City flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kansas City, with prices starting at $309. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $311 and $320, respectively. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City are Frontier ($75), Spirit Airlines ($76), and Sun Country Air ($123).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Kansas City on time: American Airlines (63%), PSA Airlines (63%), Aer Lingus (48%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $325 for a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City. The cheapest flight overall is $144 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Kansas City) is currently priced at $164.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Philadelphia 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$164Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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