Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City

DTW — MCI
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City are usually found in May or July, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Find flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Kansas City (MCI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 January 2026.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 759
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 155 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Kansas City

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Estimated round-trip price
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of C$ 130). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 574). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to MCI?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Kansas City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 January 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kansas City. Reviews last updated 29 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kansas City, with prices starting at C$ 197. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Delta (83%), WestJet (82%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Kansas City that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Kansas City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City (average of C$ 130). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 574). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Detroit to Kansas City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 197AverageC$ 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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