What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City to Chicago?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Chicago

How many flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Kansas City and Chicago is 40 per day as of February 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 47% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to Chicago on average per week?

As of February 2025, there are 285 flights per week flying from Kansas City to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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 52% 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.

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 February 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.

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

12:19 pm - 12:21 amMCI-MDW

12h 02m1 stop

6:45 am - 7:37 pmMDW-MCI

12h 52m1 stop

$149Frontier

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Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 7

12:19 pm - 12:21 amMCI-MDW

12h 02m1 stop

6:45 am - 7:37 pmMDW-MCI

12h 52m1 stop

$160Frontier

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Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 7

5:12 pm - 9:39 amMCI-ORD

16h 27m1 stop

9:16 am - 10:35 amORD-MCI

25h 19m2 stops

$205Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 13

2:06 pm - 11:36 amMCI-ORD

21h 30m2 stops

9:16 am - 4:17 pmORD-MCI

31h 01m2 stops

$209Spirit Airlines

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Tue, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 11

6:25 pm - 7:50 pmMCI-MDW

1h 25mnonstop

5:20 pm - 6:50 pmMDW-MCI

1h 30mnonstop

$253Southwest

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Wed, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 26

10:47 am - 12:32 pmMCI-ORD

1h 45mnonstop

8:46 pm - 10:30 pmORD-MCI

1h 44mnonstop

$260American Airlines

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Fri, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 26

7:45 am - 9:25 amMCI-ORD

1h 40mnonstop

8:50 am - 10:34 amORD-MCI

1h 44mnonstop

$261United Airlines

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Wed, May 21 - Wed, Jun 11

7:35 am - 9:00 amMCI-MDW

1h 25mnonstop

4:15 pm - 5:40 pmMDW-MCI

1h 25mnonstop

$261Southwest

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Wed, May 21 - Wed, Jun 11

6:06 am - 7:40 amMCI-ORD

1h 34mnonstop

5:10 am - 11:19 amORD-MCI

6h 09m1 stop

$263American Airlines

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Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 7

6:45 pm - 8:25 pmMCI-ORD

1h 40mnonstop

8:45 am - 10:32 amORD-MCI

1h 47mnonstop

$268United Airlines

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Fri, Apr 4 - Mon, Apr 7

Spirit Airlines flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Kansas City to Chicago flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Mar 11

MCI5:12 pmKansas City

16h 27m

1 stop

ORD9:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 13

ORD9:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 19m

2 stops

MCI10:35 amKansas City

$205

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Spirit Airlines

Mar 4

MCI2:06 pmKansas City

21h 30m

2 stops

ORD11:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 11

ORD9:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 01m

2 stops

MCI4:17 pmKansas City

$209

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Spirit Airlines

Mar 6

MCI10:20 amKansas City

32h 06m

2 stops

ORD6:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 10

ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

MCI9:15 amKansas City

$210

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American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Kansas City to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

Mar 21

MCI10:47 amKansas City

1h 45m

ORD12:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 26

ORD8:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 44m

MCI10:30 pmKansas City

$260

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American Airlines

Apr 3

MCI6:06 amKansas City

1h 34m

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 7

ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 09m

1 stop

MCI11:19 amKansas City

$263

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American Airlines

Mar 21

MCI6:30 amKansas City

7h 54m

1 stop

ORD2:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 26

ORD10:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 40m

MCI11:41 amKansas City

$270

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Kansas City to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 April is your next best option. Flight prices from Kansas City to Chicago during April average around $238.

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 $289 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 $207 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 February 2025, prices for Kansas City to Chicago flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Kansas City to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Kansas City to Chicago (MCI to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$61
Fastest flight time	1h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $61. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $149.

The fastest flight from Kansas City to Chicago takes 1h 20m

Direct flights go from Kansas City to Chicago every day.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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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 February 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 Boeing 737-800 (13.13% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (10.82%), Embraer 170 (10.80%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (8.43%).
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 (47% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (33%) and Southwest (20%).

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
American Airlines	PriceFrom $116	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,766 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $207	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 4,411 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Kansas City to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago start from $207 round-trip. Over the 20 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $331 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Kansas City to Chicago
$129 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 $308, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,766 user reviews) flies into Chicago from Kansas City 14 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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