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

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Detroit

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

98 flights are operational weekly from Kansas City to Detroit as of February 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of February 2025, 14 flights take off from Kansas City and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 55% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Kansas City according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Detroit 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 Detroit?

Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit as of February 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to Detroit?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

3:06 pm - 5:50 amMCI-DTW

13h 44m1 stop

5:00 am - 4:17 pmDTW-MCI

12h 17m1 stop

$158Spirit Airlines

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4:27 pm - 12:19 amMCI-DTW

6h 52m1 stop

9:38 am - 3:01 pmDTW-MCI

6h 23m1 stop

$160Spirit Airlines

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vie., abr. 18 - mié., abr. 23

6:43 pm - 8:07 amMCI-DTW

12h 24m1 stop

1:45 pm - 12:27 amDTW-MCI

11h 42m1 stop

$170Spirit Airlines

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vie., may. 30 - lun., jun. 2

8:41 pm - 1:43 pmMCI-DTW

16h 02m1 stop

10:26 pm - 12:59 pmDTW-MCI

15h 33m1 stop

$188

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jue., may. 1 - dom., may. 4

2:18 pm - 5:10 pmMCI-DTW

1h 52mnonstop

12:25 pm - 1:28 pmDTW-MCI

2h 03mnonstop

$299Delta

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vie., abr. 11 - dom., abr. 13

5:37 pm - 8:32 pmMCI-DTW

1h 55mnonstop

8:25 am - 3:20 pmDTW-MCI

7h 55m1 stop

$309Delta

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5:30 pm - 12:15 amMCI-DTW

5h 45m1 stop

5:35 pm - 12:40 amDTW-MCI

8h 05m2 stops

$324Southwest

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lun., mar. 24 - lun., mar. 31

11:20 am - 9:00 pmMCI-DTW

8h 40m2 stops

12:40 pm - 3:00 pmDTW-MCI

3h 20m1 stop

$348Southwest

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1:55 pm - 11:37 pmMCI-DTW

8h 42m2 stops

4:04 pm - 10:00 pmDTW-MCI

6h 56m1 stop

$394United Airlines

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3:32 pm - 11:30 pmMCI-DTW

6h 58m1 stop

11:10 am - 2:27 pmDTW-MCI

4h 17m1 stop

$417United Airlines

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Spirit Airlines flights from Kansas City to Detroit

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

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Apr 4

MCI3:06 pmKansas City

13h 44m

1 stop

DTW5:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 7

DTW5:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12h 17m

1 stop

MCI4:17 pmKansas City

$158

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Apr 18

MCI4:27 pmKansas City

6h 52m

1 stop

DTW12:19 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 23

DTW9:38 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 23m

1 stop

MCI3:01 pmKansas City

$160

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Spirit Airlines

May 30

MCI6:43 pmKansas City

12h 24m

1 stop

DTW8:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 2

DTW1:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 42m

1 stop

MCI12:27 amKansas City

$170

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United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Detroit

Our best United Airlines deals on Kansas City to Detroit flight tickets

United Airlines

Apr 9

MCI1:55 pmKansas City

8h 42m

2 stops

DTW11:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 13

DTW4:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 56m

1 stop

MCI10:00 pmKansas City

$394

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United Airlines

Mar 10

MCI3:32 pmKansas City

6h 58m

1 stop

DTW11:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 14

DTW11:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 17m

1 stop

MCI2:27 pmKansas City

$417

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United Airlines

Mar 11

MCI6:00 amKansas City

9h 51m

2 stops

DTW4:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW2:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 26m

1 stop

MCI5:31 pmKansas City

$422

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Kansas City is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $276, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Kansas City to Detroit during September average around $291.

What is the cheapest Kansas City to Detroit flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Kansas City when booking 11 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $428 when searching 11 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Kansas City for as low as $331 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Kansas City to Detroit flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Kansas City to Detroit 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 Detroit flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2025, prices for Kansas City to Detroit flights are approximately 107% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Kansas City to Detroit

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

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Best Price Found	$66
Fastest flight time	1h 49m
Direct flights	Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $66. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $158.

The fastest flight from Kansas City to Detroit takes 1h 49m

Direct flights go from Kansas City to Detroit on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Delta.

There is 1 airport near Detroit: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)

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How far is Kansas City to Detroit by plane?
The straight-line distance from Kansas City to Detroit is 643.1 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 49m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to Detroit as of February 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Kansas City to Detroit?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Kansas City to Detroit is Boeing 717-200, representing 36.61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 at 9.15%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 4.41%, and Airbus A350-900 at 4.07%.
What is the most popular airline from Kansas City to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Kansas City and Detroit, the leading airline is Delta, making up 71% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Spirit Airlines with 19%, American Airlines with 7%, and Southwest with 3%.

Best airlines flying from Kansas City to Detroit

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Kansas City to Detroit with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,000 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $175	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $229	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 8,175 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $273	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 4,380 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Delta Flights From Kansas City to Detroit
Delta operates around 26 flights from Kansas City to Detroit every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $447, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Kansas City to Detroit from as low as $229 round-trip. Delta has been scored 8.0/10 in 8,174 reviews.

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