$124 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New York (JFK)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to New York (MCI-JFK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $124 for one-way flights and $238 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 17
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$238 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $238 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $248 just found
Delta
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 8
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$259 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $259 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 5
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Kansas City to New York, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $277 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$277 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $277 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 5
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$278 Roundtrip, just found
$278
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Kansas City to New York, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $278 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Sat, Sep 6
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$280 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $280 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$282 Roundtrip, just found
$282
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $282 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 6
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$285 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $285 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 27
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$628 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$628
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Kansas City to New York, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $628 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to New York (JFK)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $191 - $691 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $363
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $363
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $419
LGA
LaGuardia
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $419
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $396
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $396
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$238
Distance
1109 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 2 mins

Kansas City to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to New York

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 Kansas City to New York are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Kansas City to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Kansas City to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Kansas City to New York: 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 Kansas City to New York

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 Kansas City to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $124 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 Kansas City to New York 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 Kansas City to New York 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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Cheap return fares from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) start from $259. 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 Delta flight leaving MCI on August 13 2025 and touching down at JFK. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MCI to JFK?
The cheapest flights from MCI to JFK 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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Catch a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MCI to JFK?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from MCI to JFK is Delta. You can book a seat on this route from $180. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MCI on October 11 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs daily from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Need other options? Use our filter tool to find flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Flights between MCI and JFK are busiest at 2 PM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to JFK?
Fly on a Saturday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)'s earliest flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) takes off at approximately 2:33PM UTC-6. With a flight time of 3h 6m, you'll land at around 6:39PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It takes roughly 3 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 1,100 mi from MCI to JFK.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to JFK?
With 100% of journeys typically arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To avoid potential delays on the Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 New York from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you're leaving on a direct flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to New York, you can land at either LaGuardia Airport (LGA) or John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MCI to JFK are usually more expensive. For the best prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to JFK flight and hotel package?
Securing a MCI to JFK flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our impressive range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you booked your MCI to JFK flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. 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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