$77 Cheap Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Kansas City (MSP-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $77 for one-way flights and $154 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 17
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$154 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $154 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 17
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$178 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $178 found 12 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 9
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$181 Roundtrip, just found
$181
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $181 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$188 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $188 found 11 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 5
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $194 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 8
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$197 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $197 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 13
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$198 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $198 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$301 Roundtrip, just found
$301
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $301 just found
Delta
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
MSP
Minneapolis
MCI
Kansas City
$339 Roundtrip, just found
$339
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Minneapolis to Kansas City, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $339 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $116 - $499 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 $285
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $285
Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$154
Distance
393 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 28 mins

Minneapolis to Kansas City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Kansas City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Kansas City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Kansas City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $77 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Pick up cheap return flights starting from $154 from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). 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 Sun Country Airlines flight leaving MSP on August 15 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 MSP to MCI?
The cheapest flights from MSP 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 Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you're departing from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), you can board a nonstop flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSP to MCI?
With tickets starting at $77 for a one-way flight from MSP to MCI, Sun Country Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSP on October 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
With, on average, 3 direct flights departing from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The 9 AM departures from MSP to MCI are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your fare, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSP to MCI?
Travel on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)'s earliest flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) leaves at approximately 9:10AM UTC-6. With a travel time of 1h 43m, you'll touch down at around 10:53AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The average flight duration from MSP to MCI is 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 390 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSP to MCI?
With 100% of journeys usually arriving on schedule, Sun Country Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To land at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) without delays, choose a flight that leaves from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Browse your flight options from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). This is the only airport in Kansas City you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from MSP to MCI just before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MSP to MCI flight and hotel package?
Booking a MSP to MCI flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, activities and car rentals 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 Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your MSP to MCI flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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