Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Kansas City
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 30m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 20m $248
2 days ago
Chicago – Kansas City
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
direct
1h 30m Return – Dec 14, 2026
direct
1h 25m $246
today
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Today’s flight suggestion for Chicago - Kansas City
Outbound December 3, 2026 · Inbound December 7, 2026
Today’s suggestion
6:21 AM
ORD 2:41 PM
MCI8h 20m
1 stop
10:30 AM
MCI 5:16 PM
MDW6h 46m
1 stop
From $211
5:35 AM
ORD 9:34 AM +1
MCI27h 59m
1 stop
10:30 AM
MCI 5:16 PM
MDW6h 46m
1 stop
From $216
3:36 PM
MDW 9:34 AM +1
MCI17h 58m
1 stop
10:30 AM
MCI 5:16 PM
MDW6h 46m
1 stop
From $216
Cheapest flight tickets
$141
Average price of a round trip
$265
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h41
A flight from Chicago to Kansas City takes on average 1h41.
Best time
January
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Kansas City is January.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Kansas City
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Kansas City (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is October, with an average flight ticket price of $121 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, November and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 21 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Kansas City costs on average $257.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Kansas City
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $141 to $591
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $265
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of October
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 19°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Kansas City, USA
airport :
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
local time :
Kansas City is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Kansas City, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 11°C, with a minimum of 8°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of Kansas City has 1 airport(s): Kansas City
Useful info about Kansas City
What is the least touristic period to go to Kansas City?
If you want to visit Kansas City during the least touristic period, choose the month of January.
What is the most popular time to travel to Kansas City?
In Kansas City, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Kansas City?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 21 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Kansas City?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Kansas City.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Kansas City?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Kansas City?
In summer, the average temperature is 25°C in Kansas City and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 131 mm in Kansas City and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Kansas City and it rains less in Kansas City. In winter, it is colder in Kansas City and it rains more in Chicago.
