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$96+ 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MCI
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
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 87 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$195
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$496
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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 March 25, 2025.

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.
Tue 4/224:00 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/293:49 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$195
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.
Sat 5/106:15 amCMH - MCI
1 stop17h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1211:26 amMCI - CMH
1 stop20h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$219
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.
Tue 4/297:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/17:45 amMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$250
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/105:45 amCMH - MCI
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Tue 6/175:40 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$333
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.
Mon 4/76:19 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Tue 4/85:49 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/24$467
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.
Wed 6/116:33 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops22h 27mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/155:00 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops23h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,070

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Kansas City that are best for you.

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ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 4/22

4:00 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Kansas City

Tue 4/29

3:49 pm-12:16 am

1 stop7h 27m

$195

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-10:41 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Kansas City

Mon 5/12

11:26 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 24m

$219

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

Kansas City

Thu 5/1

7:45 am-1:22 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$250

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 6/10

5:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops6h 55m

Kansas City

Tue 6/17

5:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$333

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Mon 4/7

6:19 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Kansas City

Tue 4/8

5:49 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$467

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Wed 6/11

6:33 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Kansas City

Sun 6/15

5:00 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops23h 32m

$1,070

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-4:04 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$96

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Sat 4/26

6:35 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$98

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Tue 4/22

6:35 am-10:48 am

1 stop5h 13m

$107

ColumbusKansas City

CMH - MCI

CMHMCI

Columbus

Sat 4/26

10:26 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$108

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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 March.
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

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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 March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Kansas City is 82 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 March 25, 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 March 25, 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
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,782 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,782 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 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 $195. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $219, and United Airlines, from $250. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Kansas City for 49% 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?

    $96 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 $98 and $107, 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Kansas City

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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$171Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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