$61 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New York (JFK)

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Popular airlines from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $61 for one-way flights and $124 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 12
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$124 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Kansas City to New York, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $124 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 8
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$128 Roundtrip, just found
$128
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $128 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Sat, Dec 6
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$138 Roundtrip, just found
$138
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $138 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 12
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$148 Roundtrip, just found
$148
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Kansas City to New York, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $148 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Sat, Dec 6
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$156 Roundtrip, just found
$156
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $156 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 8
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$170 Roundtrip, just found
$170
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $170 just found
Delta
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 26
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$311 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$311
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Kansas City to New York, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $311 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$347 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Kansas City to New York, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $347 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$463 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Kansas City to New York, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $463 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Fri, Feb 13
MCI
Kansas City
JFK
New York
$482 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Kansas City to New York, returning Fri, Feb 13, priced at $482 found 2 days ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $154 - $484 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $178
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $178
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $163
LGA
LaGuardia
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $163
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $444
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $444
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$124
Distance
1109 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 56 mins

Kansas City to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to New York

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

 

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

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

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 New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $61 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 New York 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 New York 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $61 or cheap return flight from $124 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Planning your getaway for December is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MCI and JFK. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Catch a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from MCI to JFK, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs daily from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Need other options? Use our filter tool to find flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Flights between MCI and JFK are busiest at 2 PM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to JFK?
Fly on a Saturday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)'s earliest flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) takes off at approximately 2:33PM UTC-6. With a flight time of 3h 6m, you'll land at around 6:39PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It takes roughly 3 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 1,100 mi from MCI to JFK.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to JFK?
With 100% of journeys typically arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To avoid potential delays on the Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 New York from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you're leaving on a direct flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to New York, you can land at either LaGuardia Airport (LGA) or John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MCI to JFK are usually more expensive. For the best prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to JFK flight and hotel package?
Securing a MCI to JFK flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our impressive range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you booked your MCI to JFK flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket 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, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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