How many flights from Kansas City to Chicago are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 29.5% of flights from Kansas City to Chicago were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience about 3 intermediate stops. This means a significant portion of available options will involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Kansas City to Chicago?

The direct flight from Kansas City to Chicago typically takes 1 hour and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 650 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 16 hours and 48 minutes. Travelers should consider this difference when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Kansas City to Chicago are classified as frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of competitive pricing makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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Kansas City to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Chicago

For cheap flights from Kansas City to Chicago, recent fares typically range from $315–$910, with a median of $522. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

A typical journey from Kansas City to Chicago takes about 1h 50m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting journey time is significantly longer, at 22h 20m. This indicates that while the direct flight is short, connecting options can extend travel time considerably.

Most itineraries from Kansas City to Chicago connect at least once, with only 29.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which contributes to the longer overall journey times for these routes.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Chicago, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $175. Following closely are January, with a median fare of $210, and December, where the median fare is $266. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Chicago

Regular price: $185 - $289

Prices for flights from Kansas City to Chicago are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $185 and $289. The current lowest deal is $198 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 27.

now $198

Low $185

High $289

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to CHI is December, with a median price of $267. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $877. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $267

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $877

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Chicago

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$318

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$277

$278

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$319

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$255

$267

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$258

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$268

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$485 → $309

36%

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$481 → $314

35%

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$481 → $314

35%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$477 → $314

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Kansas City - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares are above the typical level for this route, with a median price of $522.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $175.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 50m.

Nonstop flights from Kansas City to Chicago typically take 1h 50m, while connecting flights average 22h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Only 29.5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International (MCI) is a convenient option for flights from Kansas City to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$162

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your trip to Chicago.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$162

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

Cheapest

General Mitchell International Airport is a major international airport with significant carrier presence and direct flight options.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$137

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$590

$574

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Oct 05

Chicago, United States

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$1,857

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Chicago, United States

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$641

$639

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Oct 15

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Chicago, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the best time to book flights from Kansas City to Chicago for the cheapest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $500. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in higher prices, averaging around $738. Prices tend to increase again for bookings made 60+ days out, with an average of $603.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Kansas City to Chicago is considered to be $315 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $522. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed fares being $910 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Kansas City to Chicago are February, with a median price of $175, and January, with a median price of $210. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $266. The annual median price for this route is $522, indicating that these months offer significant savings.

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Kansas City to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Chicago

Regular price: $185 - $289

Prices for flights from Kansas City to Chicago are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $185 and $289. The current lowest deal is $198 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 27.

now $198

Low $185

High $289

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

December

Cheapest

Flights from $267

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $877

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Chicago

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$318

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$277

$278

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$319

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$255

$267

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$258

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Chicago

Kansas City (MCI) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$268

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$485 → $309

36%

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$481 → $314

35%

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$481 → $314

35%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$477 → $314

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Kansas City - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares are above the typical level for this route, with a median price of $522.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $175.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 50m.

Nonstop flights from Kansas City to Chicago typically take 1h 50m, while connecting flights average 22h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Only 29.5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International (MCI) is a convenient option for flights from Kansas City to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$162

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your trip to Chicago.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$162

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

Cheapest

General Mitchell International Airport is a major international airport with significant carrier presence and direct flight options.

Chicago, United States

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$1,857

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Business Class

From MCI

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Chicago, United States

45% AI deal score

$641

$639

Save $2

United Airlines

Business Class

From MCI

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Oct 15

Chicago, United States

44% AI deal score

$1,955

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Oct 15

Chicago, United States

44% AI deal score

$549

United Airlines

Business Class

From MCI

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Sep 19

Chicago, United States

44% AI deal score

$1,895

WestJet, +1

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From MCI

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Chicago, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from Kansas City to Chicago

Kansas City to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Kansas City - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 1h 50m.

Connecting flights are more common.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How early should I book Kansas City to Chicago flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Kansas City to Chicago cost?

What's the best month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

How many flights from Kansas City to Chicago are non-stop?

How long is the flight from Kansas City to Chicago?

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

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More routes from Kansas City

Flights to Chicago from other cities

Kansas City to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Direct flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Chicago

Kansas City - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 1h 50m.

Connecting flights are more common.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Oct 17

Nov 25

Oct 19

Oct 29

Nov 06

Oct 05

Sep 08

Oct 15

Oct 15

Sep 19

Sep 19

Sep 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How early should I book Kansas City to Chicago flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Kansas City to Chicago cost?

What's the best month to fly from Kansas City to Chicago?