$53 Cheap Flights from Chicago (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $113 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 7
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$113 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $113 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 7
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$143 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $143 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 1
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $177 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$177 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $177 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $177 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$180 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $180 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$187 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $187 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$188 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $188 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$190 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $190 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 27
MDW
Chicago
MCI
Kansas City
$258 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Chicago to Kansas City, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $258 found 6 days ago

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

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $121 - $606 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $280
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $280
Flights from Chicago (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)
Origin airport
Midway Intl.
Destination airport
Kansas City Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$113
Distance
404 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

Chicago to Kansas City Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) start from $91. 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 MDW on August 7 2025 and touching down at MCI. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MDW to MCI?
The cheapest flights from MDW to MCI 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 Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
You can fly nonstop from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MDW to MCI?
Journey from MDW to MCI with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $46. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MDW on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
When flying out of Midway Intl. Airport (MDW), you can pick from an average of 4 daily direct flights to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The 4 PM departures from MDW to MCI are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MDW to MCI?
Depart on a Wednesday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).
What is the earliest flight from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)'s earliest flight to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) takes off at approximately 6:30AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 1h 35m, you'll touch down at around 8:05AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
The average flight duration from MDW to MCI is 1 hour and 32 minutes, covering a distance of 400 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
To avoid potential delays on the Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later departures are 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 Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City, Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from MDW to MCI often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MDW to MCI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a MDW to MCI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
If you booked your MDW to MCI flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type 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, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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