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

In the trailing 90 days, only a small percentage of flights from New York to Kansas City were non-stop, specifically 1.8%. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers was 2, suggesting that direct options are not widely available.

What's the flight time from New York to Kansas City?

A direct flight from New York to Kansas City typically takes 3 hours and 15 minutes, which is a median duration of 195 minutes. However, flights with one stop have a significantly longer median duration of 9 hours and 14 minutes, or 554 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this 1753 km journey.

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

Historically, deals for flights from New York to Kansas City have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good value purchases occur regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture these frequent deals as they become available.

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New York to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Kansas City

A typical journey from New York to Kansas City takes about 3h 15m including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 2 stopovers. This route is classified as medium-haul, covering a distance of 1753 kilometers.

For those seeking cheap flights from New York to Kansas City, right now fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $802–$1452, with a median of $1167. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Kansas City? The most affordable month to fly is May, with a median fare of $241. Other cost-effective months include August, where the median fare is $333, and October, with a median fare of $361.

How much is a round trip from New York to Kansas City

Regular price: $142 - $299

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Kansas City is between $142 and $299. The current lowest deal is $199 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 16.

now $199

Low $142

High $299

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Kansas City

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to MKC is April, with a median price of $193. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1306. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $193

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,306

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Kansas City

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from New York to Kansas City

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Kansas City

New York (LGA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$278

$331

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Kansas City

New York (LGA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$342

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

United Airlines

$172

$471

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

United Airlines

$186

$510

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$362

$309

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$334

$318

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$573 → $369

36%

2 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 17

$570 → $384

33%

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$555 → $394

29%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$363 → $244

33%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Kansas City

New York - Kansas City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from New York to Kansas City are below the typical level at $199.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $193.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 15m

The typical direct flight from New York to Kansas City takes 3h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.8% of recent flights from New York to Kansas City are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct flights

Deutsche Luft Hansa has offered direct flights from New York to Kansas City recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from New York to Kansas City appear frequently, about every 30 days.

New York main airports to depart from

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International Airport offers the cheapest flights from New York to Kansas City.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$195

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major hub for flights from New York to Kansas City.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$252

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport provides a convenient option for flights from New York to Kansas City.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$237

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport is a good alternative for flights from New York to Kansas City.

📍 ~88 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Kansas City main airports to arrive at

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$195

Airports nearby Kansas City used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Eppley Airfield is a major regional airport with a high volume of domestic flights, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~269 km from Kansas City (reachable by car, factoring in cross-state drive and transit time).

💸 Flights from ~$197

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kansas City

$705

Save $385

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kansas City

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from New York to Kansas City is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $768. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets bought 0-6 days out averaging $1333. Even 28-59 days before departure, the average price is higher at $981, indicating that earlier booking generally offers better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from New York to Kansas City is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $802. The median price for this route over the same period was $1167. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $1452 or less. Therefore, aiming for a price below $802 positions you well for a favorable purchase.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Kansas City include May, August, and October. In May, the median price was $241, making it the most affordable month. August also offered competitive pricing with a median of $333. While October had a median of $361, the annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $1167, indicating significant savings during these months.

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New York to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Kansas City

How much is a round trip from New York to Kansas City

Regular price: $142 - $299

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Kansas City is between $142 and $299. The current lowest deal is $199 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 16.

now $199

Low $142

High $299

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Kansas City

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to MKC is April, with a median price of $193. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1306. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $193

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,306

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Kansas City

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from New York to Kansas City

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Kansas City

New York (LGA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$278

$331

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Kansas City

New York (LGA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$342

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

United Airlines

$172

$471

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

United Airlines

$186

$510

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$362

$309

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Kansas City

New York (EWR) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$334

$318

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$573 → $369

36%

2 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 17

$570 → $384

33%

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$555 → $394

29%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$363 → $244

33%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Kansas City