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July 18 - August 17

Cheapest

PHL - Kansas City

$256

$173

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July 18 - July 24

Cheapest

PHL - Kansas City

$286

$173

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July 18 - August 14

Cheapest

PHL - Kansas City

$256

$173

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July 8 - July 24

Cheapest

Earliest

PHL - Kansas City

$260

$173

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July 15 - July 24

Cheapest

PHL - Kansas City

$278

$173

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July 15 - August 14

Cheapest

PHL - Kansas City

$256

$173

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July 8 - July 10

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

PHL - Kansas City

$304

$173

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August 1 - August 17

PHL - Kansas City

$240

$174

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July 18 - August 3

PHL - Kansas City

$255

$178

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July 18 - August 10

PHL - Kansas City

$255

$178

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Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

A typical journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City takes about 11h 6m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time rather than a direct flight. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, fares typically range from $477–$1054, with a median of $552. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City, February stands out with a median fare of $353. Other cost-effective months include December, where the median fare is $396, and April, with a median fare of $434. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median.

The route from Philadelphia to Kansas City is classified as a medium-haul journey, covering a distance of 1667 kilometers. This distance typically necessitates connecting flights, as reflected in the overall journey times.

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Regular price: $219 - $387

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City is typically between $219 and $387. The current lowest deal is $173 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from July 18 to August 17.

now $173

Low $219

High $387

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City is February, with a median price of $353. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1140. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $353

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,140

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Direct flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

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Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$404

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$445

$426

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$387

$312

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$336

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$293

$187

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$275

$250

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

2 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 10

$304 → $173

43%

2 nights

Jul 18 - Jul 20

$295 → $178

40%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$294 → $179

39%

2 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 17

$292 → $178

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Philadelphia - Kansas City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Philadelphia to Kansas City are below the typical level, starting at $173.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $353

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City, at $353.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 6m

The typical flight duration from Philadelphia to Kansas City is 11h 6m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights

American Airlines has offered direct flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City appear frequently, about once per day.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a good option for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

📍 ~10 km from Philadelphia city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$173

Kansas City main airports to arrive at

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport is a good option for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

📍 ~25 km from Kansas City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Airports nearby Kansas City used as alternative

Kansas City International (MCI)

This airport is the primary commercial airport for the Kansas City metropolitan area, offering extensive flight options.

📍 ~22 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

This major regional airport provides a wide variety of domestic carriers, ideal for more flight choices.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$233

St. Louis Lambert International (STL)

This major international hub offers the most extensive flight network and high reliability in the region.

📍 ~380 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

This reliable regional airport offers consistent service to major hubs and can be a cheaper alternative.

📍 ~280 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$71

Tulsa International (TUL)

This significant regional airport offers good connectivity to southern hubs, useful for travelers heading south.

📍 ~290 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kansas City

40% AI deal score

$2,255

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kansas City

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $442. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure generally sees a significant increase in average prices, rising to $1497. For those planning further ahead, prices in the 60+ days bucket averaged around $446, indicating that booking well in advance can also offer good value.

A flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $477. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route over the same period was $552, while prices in the 75th percentile reached $1054. Therefore, aiming for a price under $477 typically secures a favorable fare.

Historically, February has offered the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, with a median price of $353. December also presents a good value, showing a median price of $396. April, with a median price of $434, is another month that has historically offered more affordable fares compared to the annual median of $552. Travelers looking for lower prices might consider these months.

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