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

Historically, approximately 10% of flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City are non-stop. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period, indicating that direct routes are less common for this particular journey.

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

The median flight time for a direct flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City is approximately 6 hours and 58 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to about 9 hours and 22 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 1667 kilometers, contributing to the longer flight times, especially with connections.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

Historically, good prices on flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City are considered frequent. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed across the trailing quarter. Travelers can typically find favorable deals on this route, making it a good option for budget-conscious planning.

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Philadelphia to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

A typical journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City takes about 11h 6m, including connections. This reflects a route where most itineraries involve at least one stop. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, understanding the total travel time is key, as direct options are rare.

Right now, fares for this route are typically between $477 and $1491, with a median price of $890. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level. Only about 15% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that frequent checks could yield better results.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City? The data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $353. Following closely are December, with a median fare of $396, and April, where the median fare is $434. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

For flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City, most itineraries connect at least once. Only about 0.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City. When a connection is necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the longer overall journey times.

The distance between Philadelphia and Kansas City is approximately 1667 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning it's too far for a short hop but not a long-distance international flight.

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Regular price: $197 - $473

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City is $197 to $473. The current lowest deal is $114 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 28.

now $114

Low $197

High $473

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City is February, with a median price of $353. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1140. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $353

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,140

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$334

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$316

$271

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$473

$357

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$317

$254

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$317

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$253

$266

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$317 → $120

62%

3 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 31

$295 → $121

59%

2 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 26

$284 → $115

59%

4 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 26

$303 → $135

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Philadelphia - Kansas City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Philadelphia to Kansas City are $114, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City, with a median price of $353.

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is 11h 6m

The median flight duration from Philadelphia to Kansas City is 11 hours and 6 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are rare, with connecting flights making up 90% of routes and typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $114 from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from Philadelphia city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$173

Kansas City main airports to arrive at

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$173

Airports nearby Kansas City used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

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

📍 ~269 km from Kansas City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kansas City

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $442. Booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, shows an average price of $446, which is comparable to the best window. However, waiting until 0-6 days before departure can see prices surge significantly, with an average cost of $1497.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Kansas City is considered to be $477 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route historically stands at $890, while prices in the upper quartile can reach $1491 or more.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City include February, with a median price of $353, and December, with a median price of $396. April also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $434. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which is $890.

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Philadelphia to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Regular price: $197 - $473

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City is $197 to $473. The current lowest deal is $114 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 28.

now $114

Low $197

High $473

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City

February

Cheapest

Flights from $353

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,140

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Kansas City

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$334

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$316

$271

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$473

$357

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$317

$254

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$317

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Kansas City

Philadelphia (PHL) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$253

$266

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$317 → $120

62%

3 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 31

$295 → $121

59%

2 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 26

$284 → $115

59%

4 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 26

$303 → $135

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City