$89 Cheap Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City (IND-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$177 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $177 found 11 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$182 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $182 found 11 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$182 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $182 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$183 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $183 found 4 days ago
United
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 3
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $187 just found
Delta
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $187 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 13
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $187 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $187 found 11 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
IND
Indianapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$188 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Indianapolis to Kansas City, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $188 found 21 hours ago

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From $148 - $525 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Kansas City

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kansas City Intl. MCI. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $198
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
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Average driving time to city center23 min
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Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$177
Distance
449 mi

Indianapolis to Kansas City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Indianapolis to Kansas City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Indianapolis to Kansas City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Indianapolis to Kansas City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Indianapolis to Kansas City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Cheap return fares from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) start at $177. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving IND on August 19 2025 and touching down at MCI. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IND to MCI?
The cheapest flights from IND to MCI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
When heading out of Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND), you can hop on a direct flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IND to MCI?
Journey from IND to MCI with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $98. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IND on October 12 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
On average, Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) has 6 direct flights to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) each week. For more options, use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with layovers. Squeeze in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
More travelers fly between IND and MCI at 2 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IND to MCI?
Travel on a Friday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) is at around 2:15PM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll arrive at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) at approximately 2:55PM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 1h 40m.
How long does it take to fly from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Flights from IND to MCI have an average travel time of 1 hour and 40 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 450 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IND to MCI?
With 92% of flights typically arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Select a flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kansas City from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City, Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from IND to MCI right before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an IND to MCI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an IND to MCI flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you reserved your IND to MCI flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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