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Cheap Flights to Kansas City
| Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
| Average price | £644 | Average for round-trip flights in March 2020 |
| Round-trip from | £376 | From London to Kansas City |
Cheapest prices for Kansas City flights by month
When is the best time to fly to Kansas City?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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LON - MCI Price
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£549 - £965
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MCI Temperature
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6 - 32 °C
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MCI Rainfall
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27 - 135 mm
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Peak Season:
The most popular times in Kansas City tend to be summer, when families head to the Midwest hotspot for school holidays and November to December, when travellers indulge in festive activities and shopping. During these peak seasons, flights to Kansas City and hotel rates usually see an increase.
Off Season:
The months of January through February see fewer visitors and cooler temperatures, usually around -3 to 5 degrees Celsius. If you’re looking for a budget holiday then this is the perfect time to visit as you’re more likely to find cheap flights to Kansas City and discounted hotel rooms.
Shoulder Season:
Kansas City’s shoulder seasons are spring and autumn, which experience mild days and cooler nights. This is the ideal time to visit if you’re hoping for a more relaxed atmosphere and want to avoid the summer crowds.
If you do decide to visit during autumn then you won’t want to miss the American Royal, a classic iconic event which celebrates the region’s rich agricultural heritage. With over 40 activities, from debutante balls to professional rodeos and barrel racing to livestock expositions, you’re sure to get into the Midwest spirit.
When is the best time to book flights to Kansas City?
The price you pay for your flight to Kansas City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 0 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Kansas City?
The cheapest day to fly to Kansas City is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Monday is the most expensive.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
Kansas City flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight at midday. Booking a flight in the afternoon will likely mean higher prices.
City overview
If there’s barbeque, jazz music or riverboat cruises, you can bet it’s Kansas City. Straddling the Missouri and Kansas state lines, Kansas City draws hordes of tourists every year looking for some backyard barbeque and hometown cooking amidst some of the most historical sites in US history. If booking a flight to Kansas City is on your must-do travel list then plan ahead – there’s so much to do and see in this Midwest town, it’s hard to know where to begin.
Start your Kansas City trip with a bit of history. Back in the 1820s, Kansas City served as a departure point for covered wagons on their way west. Years later, it became home to the 33rd U.S. President Harry S. Truman, who was born just a stone’s throw away in Independence, Mo. Pick up a postcard in St. Joseph on your way to the historic Pony Express before heading to Liberty, Mo., where the Jesse James Bank Museum stands at the scene of the country’s first daylight bank robbery.
If you want a little more soul to your history lesson, brush up on your jazz music during the flight to Kansas City. This Midwest-city located in the middle of plains and farmland saw the likes of Charlie Parker and Duke Ellington, who stopped in to play at the nightclubs. Before you head out for a jam session, grab yourself some good old fashioned barbeque at one of the 60 restaurants in the Kansas City area that offer the backyard speciality such as a plate of baby back ribs smothered with the city’s famous barbeque sauce.
Kansas City climate
Located in the heart of the US Midwest region, Kansas City experiences the typical fluctuations in seasons, sometimes to the extreme. Snowfall is experienced throughout the state, with a higher average in the north, and the southeast experiencing the heaviest precipitation. Tornadoes are prevalent in spring.
Getting around Kansas City
Kansas City is best seen by car. The top tourist destinations all have ample parking and the city is easy to drive around. You can rent a car when you book your flight to Kansas City. Make sure to grab a map before you leave the airport. You can also take one of the many tour buses. They stop at all the sightseeing spots and at major hotels. Make sure you book a seat in advance if you’re travelling during tourist season. Most hotels have free shuttles at the airport.
Local Airport
Once you have arrived at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) you will have 15 mile (24km) journey ahead of you to get to the city centre.
