Cheap flights from Kansas City to Chicago from $51

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Cheap Kansas City - Chicago flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago

Southwest Airlines
Thu, 08/13 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 08/17 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from $72
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 07/17 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 07/20 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $86
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 07/17 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Frontier Airlines
Sun, 07/19 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $104
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 09/16 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 09/17 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 14 days ago
from $122
Frontier Airlines
Sat, 07/18 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found Yesterday
from $79
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 08/13 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 08/17 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from $72
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 07/17 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 07/20 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $86
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 07/17 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Frontier Airlines
Sun, 07/19 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $104
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 09/16 (MCI) Kansas City -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 09/17 (CHI) Chicago -> (MCI) Kansas City
Direct

Price found 14 days ago
from $122

Info about flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Some useful info about flights from Kansas City to Chicago to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days $51
Average flight duration 1h 23m
Cheapest month August
Average number of flights per week 15
First flight time 00:30
Last flight time 22:20
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Top airlines on the route Kansas City - Chicago

Airlines providing flights to Chicago from Kansas City

How much is a ticket from Kansas City to Chicago?

Depending on when you travel and how far in advance you book, fares between Kansas City and Chicago can differ a lot.

The lowest fare seen in the past 15 days was $51.

If you’re flexible with timing, consider overnight flights — they often cost less and are less crowded. Exploring multiple date and time combinations can help you find the cheapest solution.

Exploring all airports near Kansas City and Chicago

Checking all the airports available in the area can give you more departure and arrival options for your trip.

  • Airports in Kansas City: One more option exists beyond Kansas City - International, Kansas City Downtown Airport.
  • Airports in Chicago: Chicago is served by 3 airports - Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

Looking at expected traffic to the airport can help avoid surprises on departure day. On busy routes, flying from a quieter airport might also save you money.

Flights from Kansas City - International to Chicago

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Other popular destinations

Thinking about United States? You might also consider: Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

You can sort results by price, duration, or departure time to find the best option for you. When available, results always include both low-cost and traditional airlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Kansas City to Chicago.

How much does an airline ticket from Kansas City to Chicago cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from Kansas City to Chicago is $51.

How far is Kansas City from Chicago?

Kansas City is about 409 mi from Chicago.

What are the airports in Chicago?

Chicago has 3 airports: Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

What are the airports in Kansas City?

Kansas City has another airport: Kansas City Downtown Airport.

What are the most popular cities in United States?

The most popular cities in United States according to our users' searches are: Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

When should I book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago?

The best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Chicago is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 1 week in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago is August.

What is the most expensive month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

The most expensive month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago is April.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

For flights from Kansas City to Chicago Thursday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Saturday is the most expensive day to fly.