$40 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Phoenix (MCI-PHX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $40 for one-way flights and $79 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$79 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$79
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $79 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$80 Roundtrip, just found
$80
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $80 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 22 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $97 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$100 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 1 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $100 found 18 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 4
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $104 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 9
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$106 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $106 found 2 days ago
United
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$249 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $249 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$251 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $251 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 20
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$269 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $269 found 9 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Fri, Feb 27
MCI
Kansas City
PHX
Phoenix
$304 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Kansas City to Phoenix, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $304 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Phoenix (PHX)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $98 - $298 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Phoenix

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

Select flight to Sky Harbor Intl. PHX. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $258
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $258
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Phoenix (PHX)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$79
Distance
1041 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 54 mins

Kansas City to Phoenix Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix

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

 

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

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

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 Phoenix in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $40 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $40 or cheap return flight from $79 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
December is the most affordable month to fly from MCI to PHX. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to landing a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Fly nonstop from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your MCI to PHX flight.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
When flying out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), you'll have your pick from an average of 6 daily nonstop flights to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Flights between MCI and PHX are busiest at 5 AM. For a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to PHX?
Sunday offers the most flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)'s first flight to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) is at approximately 5:40AM UTC-6. With a total journey time of 3h 5m, you'll land at around 7:45AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Flights from MCI to PHX have an average travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,050 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to PHX?
Delta Air Lines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you jet off and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
To avoid potential delays on the Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Phoenix from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) is the only airport in Phoenix with direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). Compare your options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from MCI to PHX just before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to PHX flight and hotel package?
Booking a MCI to PHX flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your MCI to PHX flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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