$104 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia (MCI-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $104 for one-way flights and $210 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 9 - Tue, May 20
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$210 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $210 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Mon, May 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$210 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $210 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Tue, May 20
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$215 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $215 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Sun, May 11
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$217 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $217 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Mon, May 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$225 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $225 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Mon, May 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$230 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $230 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Mon, May 12
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$231 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $231 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 19
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Jul 19, priced at $237 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, May 6 - Sun, May 11
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$254 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, May 6 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $254 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Wed, May 21
MCI
Kansas City
PHL
Philadelphia
$268 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Kansas City to Philadelphia, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $268 found 7 hours ago
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$210
Distance
1035 mi

Kansas City to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Philadelphia

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Kansas City to Philadelphia: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Kansas City to Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $104 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Kansas City to Philadelphia flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Kansas City to Philadelphia airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) start from $237. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving MCI on May 8 2025 and touching down at PHL. The price was last updated on April 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MCI to PHL?
To lock in a cheap ticket, check for nonstop flights from MCI to PHL leaving in July. You can find a one-way American Airlines flight for $119 leaving on July 30 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on April 10 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Fly directly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MCI to PHL?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from MCI to PHL is American Airlines. You can take off on this route from $119. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MCI on June 10 2025. Prices were last updated on April 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
On average you can take your pick of 6 direct flights per week from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). For greater flexibility, consider a flight with a layover. Simply enter your details on Expedia and then set the filters to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
The 1 PM departures from MCI to PHL are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to PHL?
If you jet off on a Sunday, you’ll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)’s first flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is at approximately 1:51PM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 2h 38m, you’ll arrive at around 5:29PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 1,050 mi from MCI to PHL.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To land at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on time, book a flight that takes off from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Philadelphia from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Browse your flight options from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This is the only airport in Philadelphia you can land at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MCI to PHL are usually more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights well ahead of time. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to PHL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MCI to PHL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What’s more, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your MCI to PHL flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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