$90 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Kansas City (IAH-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $90 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 18
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $188 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 19
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$195 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $195 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$195 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $195 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$196 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $196 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 22
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $198 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$199 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $199 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$201 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $201 found 22 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 26
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$215 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $215 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$217 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $217 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
IAH
Houston
MCI
Kansas City
$218 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Houston to Kansas City, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $218 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Kansas City (MCI)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $102 - $335 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $295
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $295
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$188
Distance
644 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 7 mins

Houston to Kansas City Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Kansas City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $90 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) start at $217. 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 United flight leaving IAH on August 18 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 IAH to MCI?
The cheapest flights from IAH 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Catch a direct flight with United Airlines and fly straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to MCI?
With prices as low as $109 for a one-way flight from IAH to MCI, United is currently the cheapest airline 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 IAH on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
When flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can choose from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The 12 PM departures from IAH to MCI are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to MCI?
If you fly on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The earliest flight leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is at around 8:30AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll land at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) at approximately 10:37AM UTC-6. The overall travel time is 2h 7m.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The average flight duration from IAH to MCI is 2 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of 640 mi.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To arrive at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) on schedule, select a flight that leaves from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is the only airport in Kansas City with direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Check out your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from IAH to MCI are generally more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to MCI flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an IAH to MCI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you booked your IAH to MCI flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type 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, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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