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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 10.6% of flights from Kansas City to Houston were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Kansas City to Houston?

The typical direct flight from Kansas City to Houston has a median duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at 7 hours and 17 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is 1037 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Should I set a price alert for Kansas City to Houston flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Kansas City to Houston is recommended. This route is classified as 'regular' for deal frequency, meaning price fluctuations and deals occur consistently. Historically, price alerts have been beneficial for routes with regular deal activity. Monitoring prices can help travelers secure a more favorable fare.

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Kansas City to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Houston

Right now, the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Houston are available at prices below the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares from Kansas City to Houston were classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $366–$1079, with a median of $636.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Houston? The data indicates that December and February are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $297. January also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $376.

A typical journey from Kansas City to Houston takes about 2h 12m for direct flights. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with a median connecting journey taking 27h 39m. This is because only 10.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Kansas City to Houston, meaning the vast majority of travelers will experience connecting itineraries.

This route covers a distance of 1037 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Houston

Regular price: $169 - $315

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $169 and $315. The current lowest deal is $152 with Allegiant Air, for travel from January 25 to January 28.

now $152

Low $169

High $315

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to HOU is February, with a median price of $297. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $724. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $297

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $724

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Houston

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$394

$426

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$273

$1,038

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$313

$370

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$389

$390

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$270

$837

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$270

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$263 → $169

36%

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

$265 → $182

31%

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$264 → $182

31%

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

$265 → $187

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Kansas City - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kansas City to Houston are below the typical level of $636.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or February for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December and February, with median prices of $297.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 12m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 10.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered 1 direct deal on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check back often for new offers.

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 Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$216

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Kansas City to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

This major international airport offers extensive route networks and is a relatively short drive from Houston.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

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Jan 30

Houston, United States

42% AI deal score

$3,250

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Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,228

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From MCI

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Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,228

WestJet, +1

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From MCI

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Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,234

WestJet, +1

Business Class

From MCI

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Dec 07

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,235

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 07

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,235

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 30

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,237

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 07

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,240

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,264

WestJet, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,275

WestJet, +1

Business Class

From MCI

Elite

Dec 01

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,276

WestJet, +1

Business Class

From MCI

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Dec 02

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,279

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, booking flights from Kansas City to Houston 60+ days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, typically around $562. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out averaged $682, while those booked 7-13 days before departure had a significantly higher average price of $1164. This trend suggests that planning ahead can result in considerable savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Kansas City to Houston is considered to be around $366 or less. The median price for this route was $636. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed being $1079 or less. Aiming for a fare below $366 would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, December and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Kansas City to Houston, both with a median price of $297. January also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $376. The annual median price for this route is $636, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for lower prices should consider these months.

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Kansas City to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Houston

This route covers a distance of 1037 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Houston

Regular price: $169 - $315

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $169 and $315. The current lowest deal is $152 with Allegiant Air, for travel from January 25 to January 28.

now $152

Low $169

High $315

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Houston

February

Cheapest

Flights from $297

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $724

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Houston

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$394

$426

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$273

$1,038

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$313

$370

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$389

$390

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$270

$837

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Houston

Kansas City (MCI) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$270

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$263 → $169

36%

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

$265 → $182

31%

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$264 → $182

31%

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

$265 → $187

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Kansas City - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kansas City to Houston are below the typical level of $636.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or February for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December and February, with median prices of $297.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 12m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 10.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered 1 direct deal on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check back often for new offers.

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 Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$216

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Kansas City to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

This major international airport offers extensive route networks and is a relatively short drive from Houston.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Houston, United States

41% AI deal score

$3,279

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Houston

Today’s best flight deals from Kansas City to Houston

Kansas City to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Houston

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Direct flights from Kansas City to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Kansas City - Houston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in December or February for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 12m

Connecting flights are common

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Houston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Best Elite deals to Houston

Jan 30

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 30

Dec 07

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City to Houston?

What's a cheap fare from Kansas City to Houston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Kansas City to Houston?

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

How many hours is the flight from Kansas City to Houston?

Should I set a price alert for Kansas City to Houston flights?

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Flights to Houston from other cities

Kansas City to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Houston

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Direct flights from Kansas City to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Houston

Kansas City - Houston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in December or February for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 12m

Connecting flights are common

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Houston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Best Elite deals to Houston

Jan 30

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 30

Dec 07

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City to Houston?

What's a cheap fare from Kansas City to Houston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Kansas City to Houston?