$77 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Kansas City (JFK-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.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$154 Roundtrip, just found
$154
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $154 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$161 Roundtrip, just found
$161
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $161 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $178 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 23
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$185 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to Kansas City, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $185 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 18
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$190 Roundtrip, just found
$190
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from New York to Kansas City, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $190 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 20
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$197 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $197 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 26
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$201 Roundtrip, just found
$201
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New York to Kansas City, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $201 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$229 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $229 found 12 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 21
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$243 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from New York to Kansas City, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $243 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 1
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$446 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$446
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $446 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Kansas City (MCI)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $154 - $1,022 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Kansas City

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Select flight to Kansas City Intl. MCI. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $201
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $201
Flights from New York (JFK) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$148
Distance
1109 mi

New York to Kansas City Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Kansas City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $77 or cheap return flight from $154 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The cheapest month to fly from JFK to MCI is October, when demand is low. Off-peak season is typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Jump on a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and fly straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest JFK to MCI flight.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
On average, you'll only find 1 direct flight operating from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) per day. If this doesn't fit your plans, check out flights with layovers. Just customize your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
More people fly between JFK and MCI at 11 AM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to MCI?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)'s first flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) departs at approximately 11:20AM UTC-5. With a total journey time of 3h 32m, you'll touch down at around 1:52PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The average flight time from JFK to MCI is 3 hours and 32 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,100 mi.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To land at Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) on schedule, choose a flight that takes off from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you're on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from JFK to MCI are generally more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to MCI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JFK to MCI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your JFK to MCI flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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