What percentage of Seattle to Kansas City flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 52.7% of flights from Seattle to Kansas City are direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve connections.

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

The typical direct flight from Seattle to Kansas City has a duration of 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 2392 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 8 hours. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Seattle to Kansas City are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The consistent availability of competitive pricing makes this a route where deal-seeking can often be fruitful.

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Seattle to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Kansas City

Fares for cheap flights from Seattle to Kansas City typically range from $351–$581, with a median price of $397. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare may require some flexibility or advance planning.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Kansas City, the data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $301. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median fare of $338, and September, where the median fare is $355.

A typical journey from Seattle to Kansas City takes approximately 7h 40m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2392 kilometers. For this route, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 52.7% of recent fares being direct flights. When connecting, itineraries typically involve 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Kansas City

Regular price: $287 - $486

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Kansas City is typically between $287 and $486. The current lowest deal is $185 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 21-Aug 24.

now $185

Low $287

High $486

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Kansas City

Flights from Seattle to Kansas City are cheapest in April, with a median price of $301. The most expensive month to fly is March, with a median price of $485. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $301

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $485

Jan

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Direct flights from Seattle to Kansas City

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Kansas City

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$363

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$339

$272

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$372

$273

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$375

$276

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$339

$254

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$373

$277

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$360 → $185

49%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$356 → $185

48%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$356 → $185

48%

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$350 → $185

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Kansas City

Seattle - Kansas City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Seattle to Kansas City are above the typical level, with a median price of $397.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Kansas City, with a median price of $301.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 40m.

The typical flight duration from Seattle to Kansas City is 7h 40m, covering 2392 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on 1 airline.

Direct flights from Seattle to Kansas City are available on 1 airline, accounting for 52.7% of routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $185.

A recent deal from Seattle to Kansas City on Frontier Airlines was found for $185.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Seattle to Kansas City appear frequently, with 1% good price share.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a good option for flights from Seattle to Kansas City.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Kansas City main airports to arrive at

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$196

Airports nearby Kansas City used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$175

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kansas City

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seattle to Kansas City is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $321. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $772. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days in advance sees an average price of $360, while tickets purchased 60+ days out average $447.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seattle to Kansas City is considered to be $351 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $397. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $581 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $351 threshold.

Historically, April, June, and September have offered some of the most affordable flights from Seattle to Kansas City. April typically sees a median price of $301, making it the cheapest month. June follows with a median price of $338, and September has a median price of $355. The annual median price for this route is $397, indicating that these months generally provide better value.

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Seattle to Kansas City: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Kansas City

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Kansas City

Regular price: $287 - $486

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Kansas City is typically between $287 and $486. The current lowest deal is $185 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 21-Aug 24.

now $185

Low $287

High $486

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Kansas City

April

Cheapest

Flights from $301

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $485

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Seattle to Kansas City

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Kansas City

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$363

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$339

$272

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$372

$273

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$375

$276

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$339

$254

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Kansas City

Seattle (SEA) - Kansas City (MCI)

Frontier Airlines

$373

$277

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$360 → $185

49%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$356 → $185

48%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$356 → $185

48%

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$350 → $185

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Kansas City