Can I fly direct from Denver to Kansas City?

Yes, direct flights from Denver to Kansas City are widely available. Historically, approximately 77.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates a strong preference and availability for non-stop travel between these two cities.

What's the flight time from Denver to Kansas City?

The typical direct flight time from Denver to Kansas City is approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes. This corresponds to a distance of 855 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 7 hours and 26 minutes. Travelers can expect a relatively short journey when flying non-stop.

How often do cheap flights from Denver to Kansas City come up?

Cheap flights from Denver to Kansas City come up frequently. This route is classified as having a high frequency of deals across the trailing quarter. Travelers can often find competitive prices for this destination. The consistent availability of deals makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious planning.

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2026-09-05 – 2026-09-06
DEN - Kansas City
73% AI deal score
$188
$75
Round trip
2026-10-07 – 2026-10-14
DEN - Kansas City
72% AI deal score
$125
$80
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DEN - Kansas City
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$171
$81
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76% AI deal score
$171
$82
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-07
DEN - Kansas City
77% AI deal score
$188
$82
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-17
DEN - Kansas City
76% AI deal score
$176
$84
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2026-09-30 – 2026-10-01
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77% AI deal score
$195
$87
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Denver to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Kansas City

The journey from Denver to Kansas City covers a distance of 855 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick trip, often with direct options available.

For those seeking cheap flights from Denver to Kansas City, fares typically range from $77–$229, with a median of $109. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 22% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a lower cost requires some flexibility or timing. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Kansas City, May stands out with a median fare of $80. Following closely are April, with a median of $82, and August, with a median of $84. These months generally offer more budget-friendly options for this route.

Regarding direct flights from Denver to Kansas City, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 77.5% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do connect, the typical number of connections is 1.

A typical journey from Denver to Kansas City takes approximately 1h 44m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. This duration reflects the relatively short distance between the two cities, making it a convenient route for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Denver to Kansas City

Regular price: $127 - $244

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Kansas City is $127 to $244. The current lowest deal is $75 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 5-Sep 6.

now $75

Low $127

High $244

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Kansas City

The cheapest month to fly from Denver to Kansas City is August, with a median price of $98. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $380. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $98

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $380

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Denver to Kansas City

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Kansas City

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$488

$360

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$291

$172

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$324

$273

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$151

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$176

$84

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$159

$89

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$351 → $127

64%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$350 → $175

50%

4 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 14

$320 → $151

53%

11 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 25

$295 → $142

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Kansas City

Denver - Kansas City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Denver to Kansas City are above the typical level at $75.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Kansas City, with a median price of $98.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 44m

Direct flights from Denver to Kansas City typically take 1h 44m, while connecting flights take 11h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.5% of recent flights are direct

77.5% of recent flights from Denver to Kansas City are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights from Denver to Kansas City.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Denver to Kansas City are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Denver main airports to depart from

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Kansas City.

📍 ~30 km from Denver city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$64

Kansas City main airports to arrive at

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is an alternative arrival airport for flights to Kansas City.

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

💸 Flights from ~$64

Airports nearby Kansas City used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Eppley Airfield is a major regional airport with a high volume of domestic flights.

📍 ~269 km from Kansas City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kansas City

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$1,279

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kansas City

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Denver to Kansas City is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $114. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $459. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows slightly higher average prices, at $153.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Denver to Kansas City is considered to be $77 or less. The median price for this route was $109. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $229 or less. This threshold of $77 represents a competitive fare based on past trends.

Historically, May, April, and August have offered the cheapest flights from Denver to Kansas City. In May, the median price was $80, while April saw a median of $82. August also presented a favorable median price of $84. The annual median price for this route is $109, indicating these months are typically more affordable for travelers.

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Denver to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Kansas City

How much is a round trip from Denver to Kansas City

Regular price: $127 - $244

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Kansas City is $127 to $244. The current lowest deal is $75 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 5-Sep 6.

now $75

Low $127

High $244

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Kansas City

August

Cheapest

Flights from $98

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $380

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Denver to Kansas City

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Kansas City

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$488

$360

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$291

$172

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$324

$273

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$151

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$176

$84

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Kansas City

Denver (DEN) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$159

$89

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$351 → $127

64%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$350 → $175

50%

4 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 14

$320 → $151

53%

11 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 25

$295 → $142

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Kansas City