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$85+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New York, NY (NYC)

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MCI — NYC
Mar 4 — Mar 111
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The best prices from Kansas City to New York are usually found in April or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$341
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Kansas City to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Kansas City to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Fri 5/167:22 pmMCI - EWR
1 stop12h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/199:00 amEWR - MCI
1 stop10h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/26$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/184:20 pmMCI - LGA
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Fri 3/2811:55 amLGA - MCI
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/26$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/2110:24 amMCI - LGA
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/257:15 pmLGA - MCI
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Thu 3/206:30 amMCI - JFK
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/253:50 pmJFK - MCI
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Wed 3/2612:18 pmMCI - EWR
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/285:55 amEWR - MCI
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/27$217
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Sun 5/186:43 pmMCI - LGA
1 stop12h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/206:00 pmLGA - MCI
1 stop25h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/26$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Wed 3/263:06 pmMCI - EWR
1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/212:10 pmEWR - MCI
2 stops30h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Fri 4/2512:41 pmMCI - LGA
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Mon 4/286:15 pmLGA - MCI
Nonstop3h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/27$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Tue 5/62:59 pmMCI - JFK
Nonstop3h 04mDelta
Tue 5/134:00 pmJFK - MCI
Nonstop3h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/27$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 5/63:30 pmMCI - LGA
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/75:15 pmLGA - MCI
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/27$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Tue 3/185:49 pmMCI - EWR
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Wed 3/196:00 amEWR - MCI
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 2/26$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 3/175:12 pmMCI - LGA
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/213:25 pmLGA - MCI
2 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$296

Find flights from Kansas City to New York within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to New York 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 February 27, 2025.

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Kansas City

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Kansas CityNewark

MCI - EWR

MCIEWR

Kansas City

Fri 5/16

7:22 pm-9:03 am

1 stop12h 41m

Newark

Mon 5/19

9:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$181

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - LGA

MCILGA

Kansas City

Tue 3/18

4:20 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/28

11:55 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$201

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - LGA

MCILGA

Kansas City

Fri 3/21

10:24 am-7:05 pm

1 stop7h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/25

7:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$208

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - JFK

MCIJFK

Kansas City

Thu 3/20

6:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/25

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$208

Kansas CityNewark

MCI - EWR

MCIEWR

Kansas City

Wed 3/26

12:18 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Newark

Fri 3/28

5:55 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 29m

$217

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - LGA

MCILGA

Kansas City

Sun 5/18

6:43 pm-7:46 am

1 stop12h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/20

6:00 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$221

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - LGA

MCILGA

Kansas City

Sat 5/17

3:10 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/20

10:25 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$239

Kansas CityNewark

MCI - EWR

MCIEWR

Kansas City

Wed 3/26

3:06 pm-6:54 am

1 stop14h 48m

Newark

Wed 4/2

12:10 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$244

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - LGA

MCILGA

Kansas City

Fri 4/25

12:41 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/28

6:15 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$257

Kansas CityNew York

MCI - JFK

MCIJFK

Kansas City

Tue 5/6

2:59 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

4:00 pm-6:26 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$259

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to New York in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Kansas City-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-New York 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 Kansas City-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Kansas City to New York flights

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MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, rarely taking more than 5 minutes without TSA PreCheck, even during busy times.

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EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a 45-minute journey to Penn Station.

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

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to New York. Price data was last updated on February 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to New York, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to New York (average of $236). Flying from Kansas City to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 MCI to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kansas City to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 72% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City to New York. 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 27, 2025.

The most flights from MCI to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated February 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Kansas City to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to New York?

    For a flight from Kansas City to New York, you will be flying from 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 8 outbound flights to New York per day. 6 airlines have flights to New York from Kansas City on a regular basis.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $181, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $85. Users have also found prices from $105 and $109 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to New York from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (88%), Scandinavian Airlines (78%), Air France( 75%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to New York is $326. On average you can expect to pay $1,130. The most popular route, (Kansas City - New York LaGuardia), can usually be booked for $173.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to New York (average of $236). Flying from Kansas City to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$44Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$136Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$182Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$269Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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