$79 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Tampa (MCI-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $152 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sun, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 18
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$152 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $152 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$155 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $155 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 9
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $157 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$162 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $162 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$167 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $167 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $170 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$172 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $172 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$177 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $177 found 4 days ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$179 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $179 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
MCI
Kansas City
TPA
Tampa
$231 Roundtrip, just found
$231
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Kansas City to Tampa, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $231 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Tampa (TPA)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $350 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$151
Distance
1047 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 51 mins

Kansas City to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Tampa

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

 

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

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

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 Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
Book cheap return fares starting from $138 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving MCI on August 9 2025 and touching down at TPA. The price was last updated on July 13 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MCI to TPA?
The cheapest flights from MCI to TPA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
You can fly straight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MCI to TPA?
Journey from MCI to TPA with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting from $73. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MCI on October 5 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight departing from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) every day. If this doesn't work with your itinerary, think about flights with a layover. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
More passengers fly between MCI and TPA at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to TPA?
If you fly on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Take the earliest flight at around 8:35AM UTC-6, heading out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). You'll be flying for about 2h 30m, coming in to land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 12:05PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The average flight duration from MCI to TPA is 2 hours and 30 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,050 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to TPA?
American Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you leave and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on time, book a flight that leaves 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 Tampa from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Check out your flight options from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). This is the only airport in Tampa you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MCI to TPA are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights early. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to TPA flight and hotel package?
Securing a MCI to TPA flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your MCI to TPA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges 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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