Cheap Flight Deals From New York (NYC) to Kansas City (MKC) Starting at $69

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from New York to Kansas City

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, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 14
EWR
Liberty Intl.
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$206 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 7 from Liberty Intl. to Kansas City Intl., returning Sat, Oct 14, priced at $206 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 11
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$218 Roundtrip, just found
$218
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 7 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kansas City Intl., returning Wed, Oct 11, priced at $218 just found
Sat, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 20
LGA
LaGuardia
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$228 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 7 from LaGuardia to Kansas City Intl., returning Fri, Oct 20, priced at $228 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 8
HPN
Westchester County
MCI
Kansas City Intl.
$497 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$497
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 6 from Westchester County to Kansas City Intl., returning Sun, Oct 8, priced at $497 found 4 hours ago

Airfares from $69 One Way, $108 Round Trip from New York to Kansas City

Prices starting at $108 for return flights and $69 for one-way flights to Kansas City were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 28
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$108 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 25 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $108 found 1 day ago
Wed, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 28
LGA
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$118 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 25 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $118 found 23 hours ago
Sun, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 6
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$118 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 3 from New York to Kansas City, returning Wed, Dec 6, priced at $118 found 1 day ago
Thu, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 10
JFK
New York
MCI
Kansas City
$123 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 7 from New York to Kansas City, returning Sun, Dec 10, priced at $123 found 15 hours ago
Wed, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 22
EWR
Newark
MCI
Kansas City
$138 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 18 from Newark to Kansas City, returning Sun, Oct 22, priced at $138 found 9 hours ago

More About Flying To Kansas City from New York

Route Information for Flights from New York to Kansas City

Origin Airport IATA Code
NYC
Destination Airport IATA Code
MKC
Distance
1109 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, KLM, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines
Earliest Flight Arrival
9:48PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
1:10AM UTC

Cheap Flights from New York to Kansas City

Airports in New York

Three airports service the New York metropolitan area: John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. JFK is located 20 miles from Manhattan on JFK Access Road. LaGuardia is located 6.5 miles from Manhattan on Ditmars Boulevard. Newark is located 16 miles from Manhattan on Brewster Road in Newark, New Jersey. Numerous airlines service the three airports, including North American, JetBlue and United Airlines. The Orbitz.com website can find you cheap flights from New York to any domestic or international destination.

Parking and Transportation

All three airports have long-term parking options available. JFK and Newark both charge $18 per day for long-term parking. The long-term parking at LaGuardia Airport costs $33 per day for the first two days, and $18 per day for each additional day. The NYC Airporter shuttle takes passengers from New York to JFK and LaGuardia airports. The bus fare is $12.75 to LaGuardia and $15.75 to JFK. The subway also runs between Manhattan, LaGuardia and JFK. Cab fare from Manhattan runs between $30 and $50, depending on which airport you're heading to. If you need access to a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, Orbitz.com can reserve a rental car for you.

Dining at the Airports

If you need to grab a bite to eat before your flight, all three airports have on-site restaurants. Some of the dining options include McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks. Using Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from New York means that all of your travel details are handled before you arrive at the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before your flight.

Flying to Kansas City

Despite its name, Kansas City is not located in Kansas. It is the largest city in Missouri and handles a great deal of airport traffic from tourists and businesspeople. Let Orbitz.com help you find the best deals on flights to Kansas City and accommodations for your trip.

Airports in Kansas City

Kansas City International Airport handles all the air traffic in the area. It lies 15 miles northwest of downtown Kansas City and is served by Southwest Airlines and Republic Airlines. The airport offers free Wi-Fi and has a consolidated car-rental service. Orbitz.com can help you get the best deal on hundreds of flights through Kansas City's airport.

Transportation from the Airport

A public bus route stops at Terminal C and travels back and forth between it and the downtown bus stop. It costs $1.50 per trip. For travelers needing to go to nearby cities, such as St. Joseph, Columbia, or Topeka, a shuttle service is available. The airport is located next to I-29 and I-435. You can also get special package deals on rental cars by booking through Orbitz.com.

Weather in Kansas City

Because of its inland location, Kansas City has distinct seasons, with summertime temperatures averaging around 90 degrees. The weather is humid, and you can expect rain to occur mostly during the spring and summer. If you decide to visit in winter, expect to deal with temperatures dipping into the negatives in January. Tornadoes are also a common occurrence in late spring and early summer.

Destination Highlights

Kansas City is most famous for its barbeque cuisine. The American Royal hosts a barbeque contest each fall, making it a busy time for tourists from around the nation. Other tourist attractions include the Kansas City Blues and Jazz Festival, also held during late November.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from New York to Kansas City now?
Go right to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most useful info on quarantine and travel restrictions when flying from New York to Kansas City.
Are there non-stop flights from New York to Kansas City?
There sure are. As a matter of fact, there are 3 airlines that will take you straight from LaGuardia Airport to Kansas City Intl. Airport. Book your ticket with one of these top carriers:

  • Delta
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the shortest flight from New York to Kansas City?
The fastest flight from Newark Airport to Kansas City Intl. Airport is 3 hours and 48 minutes. Bring something on board to stop you from getting bored, like a fascinating read or some playing cards.
What airlines fly from New York to Kansas City most frequently?
There are a couple of airlines offering frequent flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), including Delta (DL). Popular with travelers, it operates 112 flights on this route every month. If you can’t find the right flight for you there, take a look at the airfares with American Airlines (AA). This airline is a fantastic alternative and operates 56 flights between New York and Kansas City every month.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Kansas City?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Kansas City have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Kansas City with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Kansas City without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
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.

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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.