$78 Cheap Flights from New York (LGA) to Kansas City (MCI)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Kansas City (LGA-MCI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $78 for one-way flights and $156 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
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$156 Roundtrip, just found
$156
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $156 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$170 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from New York to Kansas City, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $170 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 4
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$172 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $172 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 17
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$173 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from New York to Kansas City, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $173 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 4
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 4
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$182 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $182 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 17
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$183 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from New York to Kansas City, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $183 found 20 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$190 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from New York to Kansas City, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $190 found 20 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$205 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from New York to Kansas City, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $205 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$221 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $221 found 21 hours ago

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

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $146 - $409 per traveler.

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 $332
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $332
Flights from New York (LGA) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
LaGuardia
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$156
Distance
1104 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 55 mins

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 $78 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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $78 or cheap return flight from $156 from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) 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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
October is the most affordable month to fly from LGA to MCI. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
You can fly straight from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some popular airlines offering competitive fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) can change depending on travel dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a LGA to MCI flight that works with your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
With an average of 4 direct flights departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) each day, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
More people fly between LGA and MCI at 8 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LGA to MCI?
Jet off on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)'s earliest flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) leaves at approximately 8:25AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 3h 42m, you'll land at around 11:07AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 1,100 mi from LGA to MCI.
What airline has the least delays from LGA to MCI?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 88%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Book a flight from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Check out your flight options from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). This is the only Kansas City airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Booking your flight from LGA to MCI just before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LGA to MCI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LGA to MCI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your LGA to MCI flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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