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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 286
Typical prices: C$ 557-C$ 854
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Mon 3/12Fri 7/12
DTW - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 585
Typical prices: C$ 613-C$ 900
Delta
Tue 11/12Thu 13/12
DTW - MCI • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 09m
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 314 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 3h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Kansas City (DTW-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Kansas City

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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9:33 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
19h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:32 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 286Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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7:39 p.m. - 7:33 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
24h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:32 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 324Frontier
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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9:33 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
19h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:32 p.m. - 5:23 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 341Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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7:15 a.m. - 7:34 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
13h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:29 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 364Frontier
Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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7:39 p.m. - 9:34 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
14h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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8:32 p.m. - 8:48 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 401Frontier
Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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7:39 p.m. - 9:34 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
14h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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3:37 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 33m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
C$ 426Frontier
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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6:25 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
5h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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6:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 434Southwest
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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9:00 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
4h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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12:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
C$ 441Southwest
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:35 a.m. - 7:33 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
9h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
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8:32 p.m. - 5:23 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 444Frontier
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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5:45 a.m. - 9:55 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCI Kansas City
5h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
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5:50 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.MCI  Kansas City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
C$ 462Southwest
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City at C$ 592 round-trip.
•March (C$ 823) and August (C$ 779) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 176
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City

When to book flights from Detroit to Kansas City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Kansas City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 10:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 10:19 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 09m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City takes 2h 09m, covering 1,625 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City range from C$ 557 to C$ 854, with an average of C$ 668 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 557 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the C$ 668 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 314 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to C$ 734 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 126 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    The Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 286 to C$ 1,764. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 351, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 104 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 651 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 809, a difference of C$ 158.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Kansas City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 29m, compared with 3h 58m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 30m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center, and Kauffman Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights:

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 651, about C$ 158 less than Sunday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 592 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 230 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 314 round-trip on this route – about C$ 420 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kansas City Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Kansas City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansas City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kansas City

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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