$159 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tucson (TUS)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Tucson (MCI-TUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $159 for one-way flights and $129 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sun, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 9
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$129 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 23 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Wed, Apr 9, priced at $129 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 14
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$134 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 30 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Mon, Apr 14, priced at $134 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Apr 3 - Wed, Apr 9
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$135 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 3 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Wed, Apr 9, priced at $135 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 14
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$140 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 3 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Mon, Apr 14, priced at $140 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 11
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$144 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 23 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Fri, Apr 11, priced at $144 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 4
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$148 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 23 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Fri, Apr 4, priced at $148 found 2 days ago
United
Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 7
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$239 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Apr 3 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Mon, Apr 7, priced at $239 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 14
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 11 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Mon, Apr 14, priced at $244 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 15
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$317 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Mar 12 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Sat, Mar 15, priced at $317 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 16
MCI
Kansas City
TUS
Tucson
$487 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Kansas City to Tucson, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $487 found 3 days ago
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Tucson (TUS)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Tucson Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$129
Distance
1034 mi

Kansas City to Tucson Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Kansas City to Tucson

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 Tucson are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Tucson with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Kansas City to Tucson: 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 Tucson

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 Tucson in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $159 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 Tucson 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 Tucson 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.

*Terms apply.

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

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from MCI to TUS last minute?
Booking your journey from MCI to Tucson Intl. Airport at the last minute could help you save if you strike it lucky and find a bargain. However, airfares typically don’t come down in price closer to the departure date. If you choose to wait, flights could also be sold out or the best seats taken (don’t get stuck in the middle!). If you don’t want to risk it, book well ahead of your departure date. Note that some of the biggest deals can be found up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite carrier hasn’t released its airfares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Tucson from Kansas City?
Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS), Marana Regional Airport (AVW) and Nogales, AZ (OLS-Nogales Intl.) are your choices when taking off from Kansas City to Tucson. Around 7 mi south of central Tucson, Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) is the city’s major gateway. Keep in mind factors such as flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before settling on an airport. University of Arizona and Arizona Stadium are a couple of excellent attractions to check out when you arrive at your destination.
Can I change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport to TUS?
Life can throw a spanner in your plans, so Expedia is here to help make things as simple as possible. First, find your MCI to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and browse the ticket rules regarding changes. If you booked in the last 24 hours, some airlines allow you to cancel at no cost and organize new flights. If you booked more than 24 hours ago, get in touch with us through our Customer Service portal to find out your options.
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