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

Historically, across the trailing 90 days, approximately 70% of flights from Kansas City to Phoenix have been non-stop. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that direct options are frequently available for this route.

How long is the flight from Kansas City to Phoenix?

The typical direct flight from Kansas City to Phoenix has a duration of 2 hours and 47 minutes, covering a distance of 1677 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 7 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

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

Historically, flights from Kansas City to Phoenix are frequently discounted. This route is classified as one with frequent price fluctuations, based on observations over the trailing 30 days. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture a good deal when prices drop, given the dynamic nature of fares on this route.

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Kansas City to Phoenix: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Phoenix

A typical journey from Kansas City to Phoenix takes about 10h 55m, including connections. This reflects the overall travel time for itineraries on this route, which often involve layovers. The journey covers a distance of 1677 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Kansas City to Phoenix, fares typically range from $332–$671, with a median of $447. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $234. Following closely, March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $238. April is another good option, showing a median fare of $274.

Most itineraries from Kansas City to Phoenix connect at least once. While 70% of recent fares included connections, the remaining 30% were direct flights from Kansas City to Phoenix. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Phoenix

Regular price: $208 - $320

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

The regular price range for this route is $208 to $320. The current lowest deal is $188 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 17-Sep 23.

now $188

Low $208

High $320

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to PHX is January, with a median price of $234. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $643. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $234

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $643

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Phoenix

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Phoenix

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$384

$334

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$340

$303

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$368

$316

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$282

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$346

$300

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$278

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$309 → $223

28%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$312 → $227

27%

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

$303 → $226

25%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$312 → $235

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix

Kansas City - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kansas City to Phoenix are below the typical level at $188.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months: January, March, April

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are January ($234), March ($238), and April ($274).

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 10h 55m

The median flight time from Kansas City to Phoenix is 10 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights make up 70% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines to Phoenix was found for $188.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Kansas City to Phoenix appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport offers the cheapest flights to Phoenix from the Kansas City area.

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

💸 Flights from ~$161

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Kansas City to Phoenix.

📍 ~7 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International (TUS) is a good alternative for Phoenix, offering a wide range of connections.

📍 ~180 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$233

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

78% AI deal score

$1,507

$980

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Kansas City to Phoenix is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $279. Prices tend to be higher outside this window, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $1325, and those bought 60+ days in advance averaging $592. Planning your purchase within the 14-27 day range can lead to more favorable pricing across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Kansas City to Phoenix is considered to be $332 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed. The median price for this route was $447, while prices in the upper quartile reached $671. Aiming for a price at or below $332 typically indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, the trailing 270 days show that January and March are typically the most affordable months to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix, with median prices of $234 and $238, respectively. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $274. The annual median price for this route is $447, indicating that these months generally offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Kansas City to Phoenix: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Phoenix

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Phoenix

Regular price: $208 - $320

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

The regular price range for this route is $208 to $320. The current lowest deal is $188 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 17-Sep 23.

now $188

Low $208

High $320

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix

January

Cheapest

Flights from $234

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $643

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Phoenix

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Phoenix

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$384

$334

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$340

$303

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$368

$316

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$282

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$346

$300

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Phoenix

Kansas City (MCI) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$278

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$309 → $223

28%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$312 → $227

27%

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

$303 → $226

25%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$312 → $235

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Phoenix