$70 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Chicago (MCI-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $70 for one-way flights and $128 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$128 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Fri, Feb 6, priced at $128 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$138 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Fri, Feb 6, priced at $138 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 2
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$145 Roundtrip, just found
$145
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 22 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $145 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 17
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$146 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $146 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 9
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$155 Roundtrip, just found
$155
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $155 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$162 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $162 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$164 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $164 found 3 hours ago
United
Wed, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 26
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$180 Roundtrip, just found
$180
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $180 just found
Delta
Wed, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 26
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$190 Roundtrip, just found
$190
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $190 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 6
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$195 Roundtrip, just found
$195
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Fri, Feb 6, priced at $195 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (ORD)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $77 - $329 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

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

Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $431
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $431
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$128
Distance
402 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 42 mins

Kansas City to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

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

 

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

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

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 Chicago in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $70 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $70 or cheap return flight from $128 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The cheapest month to fly from MCI to ORD is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is generally when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When departing from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), you can take a nonstop flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, United Airlines and American Airlines are often frequently picked for flights between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your MCI to ORD flight.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When taking off from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), you'll have your pick from an average of 10 daily nonstop flights to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between MCI and ORD are busiest at 9 AM. If you're after a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to ORD?
If you fly on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Take the earliest flight at around 5:35AM UTC-6, heading out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). You'll be traveling for approximately 1h 42m, reaching O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 7:17AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights from MCI to ORD have an average travel time of 1 hour and 44 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to ORD?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on schedule, opt for a flight that takes off from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Chicago from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you're leaving on a direct flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Chicago, you'll land at either O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from MCI to ORD often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to ORD flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a MCI to ORD 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 flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you booked your MCI to ORD 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 after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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