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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Kansas City and Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Kansas City, with most prices found around $227. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Kansas City to Chicago during October average around $258.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Kansas City to Chicago during this time can be as low as $307. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $338.
What is the cheapest Kansas City to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Kansas City when booking 9 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $297 when searching 9 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Kansas City for as low as $219 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Kansas City to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Kansas City to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How have Kansas City to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of March 2025, prices for Kansas City to Chicago flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Sun Country Air are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Kansas City according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average per day?
The number of flights available between Kansas City and Chicago is 37 per day as of March 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 43% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average per week?
As of March 2025, there are 259 flights per week flying from Kansas City to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Kansas City to Chicago by plane?
There are 412.7 mi between Kansas City and Chicago. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to Chicago?
As of March 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Kansas City Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kansas City Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Kansas City to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Kansas City to Chicago is Airbus A319 (12.65% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (11.21%), Embraer 170 (8.72%), and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (8.18%).
What is the most popular airline from Kansas City to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Kansas City to Chicago is American Airlines (44% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (31%) and Southwest (25%).
Best airlines flying from Kansas City to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Kansas City to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $140 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $153 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,605 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $208 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,274 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Kansas City to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago start from $208 round-trip. Over the 33 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $333 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Kansas City to Chicago
$153 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Kansas City to Chicago found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $319, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,605 user reviews) flies into Chicago from Kansas City 8 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Can I find flights from Kansas City to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chicago from Kansas City with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Kansas City to Chicago?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.