$29 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Denver (DEN)

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Popular airlines from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Denver (MCI-DEN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $58 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$58 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $58 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$62 Roundtrip, just found
$62
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $62 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$66 Roundtrip, just found
$66
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $66 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 21
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$68 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $68 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$72 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $72 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$73 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $73 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 28
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$137 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $137 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$137 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $137 found 13 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 28
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$177 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $177 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 23
MCI
Kansas City
DEN
Denver
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Kansas City to Denver, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $197 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Denver (DEN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $57 - $202 per traveler.

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

Select flight to Denver Intl. DEN. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $267
DEN
Denver Intl.
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Average driving time to city center32 min
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Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Denver (DEN)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Denver Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$58
Distance
531 mi

Kansas City to Denver Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Denver

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

 

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

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

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 Denver in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $29 or cheap return flight from $58 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
The cheapest month to fly from MCI to DEN is February, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are generally when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Take the express route to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). 3 carriers operate nonstop flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your MCI to DEN flight.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
With, on average, 9 nonstop flights departing from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) every day, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
The 5 AM departures from MCI to DEN are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to DEN?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:45AM UTC-6, heading out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). You'll be flying for around 2h 17m, touching down at Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) at approximately 7:02AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Flights from MCI to DEN have an average travel time of 2 hours and 3 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 530 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to DEN?
United Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight status before you head off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
To land at Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Denver from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Explore your flight options from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). This is the only Denver airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) last-minute?
Booking your flight from MCI to DEN shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to DEN flight and hotel package?
Booking a MCI to DEN flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle everything 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 Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your MCI to DEN flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, 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 more details on our Customer Service portal.

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