$83 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Popular airlines from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia (MCI-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $83 for one-way flights and $163 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $163 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$166 Roundtrip, just found
$166
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $166 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 25
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$180 Roundtrip, just found
$180
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $180 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$186 Roundtrip, just found
$186
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $186 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$187 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $187 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$187 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $187 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$189 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $189 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$319 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $319 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$339 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $339 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 6
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$339 Roundtrip, just found
$339
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $339 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $128 - $447 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$162
Distance
1035 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 46 mins

Kansas City to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Philadelphia

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

 

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

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

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 Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $83 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $83 or cheap return flight from $163 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) 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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Planning your trip for September is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MCI and PHL. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Fly directly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest MCI to PHL flight.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
On average you can take your pick of 6 direct flights per week from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). For greater flexibility, consider a flight with a layover. Simply enter your details on Expedia and then set the filters to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
The 1 PM departures from MCI to PHL are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to PHL?
If you jet off on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)'s first flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is at approximately 1:51PM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 2h 38m, you'll arrive at around 5:29PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 1,050 mi from MCI to PHL.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To land at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on time, book a flight that takes off from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Philadelphia from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Browse your flight options from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This is the only airport in Philadelphia you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MCI to PHL are usually more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights well ahead of time. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to PHL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MCI to PHL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your MCI to PHL flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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