$89 Cheap Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Kansas City (ABQ-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sun, Sep 28
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$159 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $159 found 6 days ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 27 - Sun, Sep 28
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$178 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $178 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$197 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $197 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$200 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $200 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 7
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$202 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $202 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 7
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $207 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$217 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $217 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 29
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$220 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$220
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $220 found 23 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 19
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$222 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$222
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $222 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 7
ABQ
Albuquerque
MCI
Kansas City
$237 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Albuquerque to Kansas City, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $237 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Kansas City (MCI)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $141 - $513 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 $326
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $326
Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$158
Distance
716 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 53 mins

Albuquerque to Kansas City Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Cheap return fares from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) start from $208. 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 ABQ on August 4 2025 and touching down at MCI. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ABQ to MCI?
The cheapest flights from ABQ 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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with Southwest Airlines and fly straight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ABQ to MCI?
With prices starting from $89 for a one-way journey from ABQ to MCI, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ABQ on August 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
On average you can take your pick of 6 direct flights per week from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). For greater flexibility, consider a flight with a layover. Enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search to include one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The 1 PM departures from ABQ to MCI are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ABQ to MCI?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)'s earliest flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) departs at approximately 1:50PM UTC-7. With a total journey time of 1h 55m, you'll arrive at around 4:45PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
It usually takes 1 hour and 52 minutes to travel the 720 mi from ABQ to MCI.
What is the best time to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Opt for a flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour 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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City, Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ABQ to MCI shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ABQ to MCI flight and hotel package?
Opting for an ABQ to MCI flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals 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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your ABQ to MCI flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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