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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:15:15

Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (HOU) Flights

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MCI········· ·········HOU
Kansas City International AirportWilliam P. Hobby Airport
Distance
665 miles
Flight time
2h 10m
Time difference
HOU is 0h ahead
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Flights from Kansas City to Houston

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from MCI to HOU on 2026-11-03
05:45MCICST UTC−62h 5m
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Nonstop
07:50HOUCST UTC−6$348.00One-way
Flight details
17:35MCICST UTC−62h
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Nonstop
19:35HOUCST UTC−6$348.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (HOU) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Kansas City (MCI), Missouri, to Houston (HOU), Texas, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 665 miles.

Departure
Kansas City International Airport · Missouri, United States · 39° 18' 06" N 94° 42' 50" W
Flight route
665 miles · 2h 10m
Direction
182.91° (S)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 34.47384, longitude -95.01168, approximately 333.98 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
668 miles
Driving route
755 miles · 15 hr 12 min
Time difference
HOU is 0h ahead
Destination
William P. Hobby Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 38' 43" N 95° 16' 37" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
665 miles
Average flight time
2h 10m
Time difference
HOU is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Kansas City to Houston is 182.91°, and the compass direction is S.

Airport information

Kansas City International Airport

Kansas City International Airport
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
39° 18' 06" N, 94° 42' 50" W
Elevation: 1,026 ft (313 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Kansas City and Houston?

Temperature unit:

MCI · Kansas City

71°FSunnyFeels like 66°F
Humidity
58%
Wind
15 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

HOU · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2884°F | 69°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2982°F | 64°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3077°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3187°F | 71°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 189°F | 73°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Kansas City to Houston

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Nov is lowest at USD 329. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 329, the difference is USD 0. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 130 on 2026-11-17, USD 218 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 348 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.