Are there direct flights from Kansas City to Dallas?

Yes, direct flights are available for the Kansas City to Dallas route. Across the trailing quarter, approximately 50% of flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experienced 2 stopovers.

How long does it take to fly from Kansas City to Dallas?

A direct flight from Kansas City to Dallas typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes, covering a distance of 742 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 6 hours and 46 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Kansas City to Dallas come up frequently. This route is known for having a consistent availability of deals. Travelers can often find favorable prices when planning their trips.

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October 9 - October 31

Cheapest

MCI - Dallas

$199

$125

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October 9 - November 7

MCI - Dallas

$199

$127

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August 17 - August 21

Best

Earliest

MCI - Dallas

$249

$132

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October 16 - October 31

MCI - Dallas

$205

$135

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October 26 - October 31

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MCI - Dallas

$254

$135

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October 3 - October 31

MCI - Dallas

$195

$135

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October 9 - October 24

MCI - Dallas

$202

$135

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October 6 - October 31

MCI - Dallas

$195

$141

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October 7 - October 31

MCI - Dallas

$195

$141

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October 8 - October 31

MCI - Dallas

$197

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Kansas City to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Dallas

For cheap flights from Kansas City to Dallas, fares typically range from $307 to $744, with a median price of $365. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Dallas? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $175. Following closely, February also offers lower prices, with a median of $206. Another good option is June, where the median fare is $287, making these months generally more economical for travel.

A typical journey from Kansas City to Dallas takes about 9h 21m, including connections. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 742 kilometers. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting, which contributes to the overall travel time.

While some direct flights from Kansas City to Dallas are available, most itineraries connect at least once. Approximately 50% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, meaning a meaningful share are non-stop, and the rest involve connections. When connections are necessary, the median number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Dallas

Regular price: $202 - $310

Prices for flights from Kansas City to Dallas are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kansas City to Dallas is between $202 and $310. The current lowest deal is $143 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 12-Aug 15.

now $143

Low $202

High $310

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to DFW is January, with a median price of $175. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $720. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $175

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $720

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Direct flights from Kansas City to Dallas

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Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Dallas

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$536

$496

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$531

$507

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$310

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$323

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$343

$306

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Dallas

Kansas City (MCI) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$346

$310

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 19

$483 → $307

36%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$409 → $247

40%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$246 → $165

33%

5 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 15

$242 → $165

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Dallas

Kansas City - Dallas route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kansas City to Dallas are below the typical level at $143.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $175 for flights from Kansas City to Dallas.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight duration is 9h 21m

The median flight duration from Kansas City to Dallas is 9 hours and 21 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Historically, 50% of recent deals from Kansas City to Dallas were for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $143

Frontier Airlines offered a recent deal for $143 from Kansas City to Dallas.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Kansas City to Dallas appear frequently, offering good booking opportunities.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$168

Dallas main airports to arrive at

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a primary gateway for flights to the Dallas area.

📍 ~30 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car, bus, rail).

💸 Flights from ~$168

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is a convenient option for reaching the Dallas city center directly.

📍 ~10 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car, bus).

💸 Flights from ~$205

Airports nearby Dallas used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international airport with high flight frequency, offering a strong variety of domestic and international carriers.

📍 ~290 km from Dallas (approximately 3-hour drive, traffic can be unpredictable)

💸 Flights from ~$169

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a primary global hub for the region, offering extensive international connectivity and long-haul options.

📍 ~360 km from Dallas (significant driving distance of 3.5+ hours)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Will Rogers World (OKC)

Will Rogers World offers a solid domestic route network and a less congested terminal experience than major Texas hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Dallas (manageable driving distance to the north)

💸 Flights from ~$197

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby is a major hub for low-cost carriers, serving as an efficient secondary airport for the Houston area.

📍 ~390 km from Dallas (located on the south side of Houston, adding to total travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$159

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International is a large international airport with diverse carrier options and good connectivity for South Texas and Mexico routes.

📍 ~420 km from Dallas (significant driving distance from the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex)

💸 Flights from ~$259

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dallas

Dallas, United States

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$2,828

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dallas

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Kansas City to Dallas has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was around $255. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 7-13 days out, with an average price of $910. For bookings made 14-27 days in advance, the average price was $267, which is also a favorable window.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Kansas City to Dallas is typically around $307 or less. The median price for this route was $365. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $744 or less.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Dallas, with a median price of $175. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $206. The annual median price for this route was $365, indicating that these months offer substantial savings.

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