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$92+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Kansas City (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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MCI
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Kansas City are usually found in June or July, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$221
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$92
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$396
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:49 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/152:45 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/8$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/296:05 amCMH - MCI
2 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/18:30 amMCI - CMH
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/226:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:05 amMCI - CMH
2 stops8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 5/296:35 amCMH - MCI
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Sun 6/110:35 amMCI - CMH
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 7/410:30 amCMH - MCI
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/66:14 amMCI - CMH
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 10/316:25 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops22h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/35:55 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops22h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/9$689
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/296:35 amCMH - MCI
2 stops9h 27mDelta
Sun 6/16:15 amMCI - CMH
2 stops6h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/10$1,646

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

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ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Mon 5/12

5:49 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Kansas City

Thu 5/15

2:45 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$221

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:05 am-10:31 am

2 stops29h 26m

Kansas City

Sun 6/1

8:30 am-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$291

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

Kansas City

Sun 5/25

6:05 am-3:34 pm

2 stops8h 29m

$321

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:35 am-9:15 am

1 stop3h 40m

Kansas City

Sun 6/1

10:35 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$328

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Fri 7/4

10:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Kansas City

Sun 7/6

6:14 am-2:08 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$332

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 5/20

5:25 am-4:40 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Kansas City

Tue 5/20

7:01 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,007

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:35 am-3:02 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Kansas City

Sun 6/1

6:15 am-1:30 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$1,646

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Wed 5/14

6:14 am-9:15 am

2 stops28h 01m

$92

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Wed 5/21

9:55 am-5:41 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$109

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 5/27

2:52 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$128

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Kansas City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Columbus Airport-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Kansas City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Kansas City is 64 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 Columbus Airport to Kansas City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 April 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Kansas City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Kansas City?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 April 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to Kansas City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to Kansas City, you will be flying into Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Kansas City is the only Kansas City airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 5 airlines have flights to Kansas City from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Kansas City round-trip from $221. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $321, and Southwest, from $328. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Kansas City for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $92 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 Frontier, with prices starting from $128 and $130, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Columbus Airport 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$171Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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