$46 Cheap flight deals from Kansas City (MKC) to Chicago (CHI)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Kansas City to Chicago

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, May 4 - Tue, May 21
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$254 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Kansas City Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Tue, May 21, priced at $254 found 6 days ago
Sat, May 4 - Tue, May 21
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$304 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Kansas City Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Tue, May 21, priced at $304 found 11 hours ago

Airfares from $46 One Way, $94 Round Trip from Kansas City to Chicago

Prices starting at $94 for return flights and $46 for one-way flights to Chicago were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$94 Roundtrip, just found
$94
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 4 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jul 9, priced at $94 just found
Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$95 Roundtrip, just found
$95
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 4 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jul 9, priced at $95 just found
Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 4 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jul 9, priced at $110 just found
Tue, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 25
MCI
Kansas City
MDW
Chicago
$136 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 24 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Wed, Sep 25, priced at $136 found 3 days ago
Tue, May 14 - Tue, May 21
MCI
Kansas City
ORD
Chicago
$175 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 14 from Kansas City to Chicago, returning Tue, May 21, priced at $175 found 1 day ago

More About Flying To Chicago from Kansas City

Route Information for Flights from Kansas City to Chicago

Origin Airport IATA Code
MKC
Destination Airport IATA Code
CHI
Distance
402 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Air Canada, Aer Lingus, Emirates, Copa Airlines, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, Finnair, Royal Jordanian, Iberia, ANA, Lufthansa, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:19PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
1:20AM UTC

Trips From Kansas City to Chicago

When searching for your next Midwest vacation, look for cheap flights from Kansas City to Chicago at Orbitz.com. With several professional sports teams, major businesses, universities, and a wide selection of museums and concert halls, there is plenty to do and see in the Windy City.

Flying Out of Kansas City

Kansas City International Airport is located about 15.6 miles from the downtown area. Passengers looking for a ride to the airport can call one of the many taxi and shuttle services located in the city. The Metro bus service also provides trips to the airport terminal on weekdays. Garage and Circle parking are available for those looking to keep their car close to the main terminal. Economy parking is also available further away from the airport, with shuttles taking passengers to the main gates.

Enjoying Chicago

Chicago is home to two major international airports. Midway Airport is about 9.5 miles from downtown, while O’Hare International is located 15.1 miles away. Both destinations offer taxi, bus, and metro trains into Chicago. The city itself has enough attractions to appeal to everyone, with some of the highlights ranging from the tallest building in the United States, the Willis Tower, to the historical Wrigley Field. Museum Campus can be found off Lake Shore Drive and is home to the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum of Natural History, and Soldier Field. Travelers to Chicago during the winter months should bring a heavy jacket and expect temperatures as low as 18 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer tends to be warm and humid, with averages topping out around 84 degrees.

Travelling to Chicago

Stop by Orbitz.com to find deals on tickets, hotels, and transportation for your journey from Kansas City to Chicago. Looking for a plane ticket and booking early will ensure you have a little extra cash to spend on your Windy City adventure.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Kansas City to Chicago?
Yes, there are two airlines that offer nonstop flights from MCI to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Hunt down the best deal and jet off with American Airlines or United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Kansas City to Chicago?
It can take just 1 hour and 30 minutes to get from Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.) to ORD. Relax and enjoy the trip, because you’ll be strolling through arrivals in the blink of an eye.
What airlines fly from Kansas City to Chicago most frequently?
The carriers that offer the most frequent flights between MCI and ORD include American Airlines (AA). This popular option offers 165 flights on the route each month. United Airlines (UA) also operates services from Kansas City to Chicago. It’s another reputable choice and offers 130 flights every month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.