Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Australia from $1,098

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MCI — SYD
Jun 7 — Jun 141

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Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Kansas City to Australia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Kansas City and Australia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Consider these cheap Air New Zealand flights we've found departing from Kansas City to Australia. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 9/103:00 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops28h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/216:10 pmSYD - MCI
2 stops43h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$1,376
Tue 9/34:35 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/1710:20 amSYD - MCI
1 stop28h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/30$1,472
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,005
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
2 stops37h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,038
Sat 6/226:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/296:10 pmSYD - MCI
2 stops45h 19mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,187
Thu 6/66:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,276
Thu 6/68:35 amMCI - SYD
2 stops33h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,290
Thu 6/66:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,310
Thu 6/68:35 amMCI - SYD
2 stops35h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/1311:50 amSYD - MCI
2 stops25h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,355

Cheap Delta flights from Kansas City to Australia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Kansas City and Australia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Delta flights departing from Kansas City and landing in Australia. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 7/83:13 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 22mDelta
Tue 7/239:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,348
Mon 7/83:13 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 22mDelta
Tue 7/239:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,349
Mon 7/83:13 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 22mDelta
Tue 7/239:25 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,353
Thu 7/43:15 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 20mDelta
Sun 7/149:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,398
Thu 7/43:15 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 20mDelta
Sun 7/149:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 5/31$1,399
Thu 7/410:30 amMCI - SYD
2 stops29h 05mDelta
Sun 7/149:25 amSYD - MCI
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/31$1,403
Tue 8/133:13 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 22mDelta
Tue 9/39:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 5/31$1,409
Fri 7/55:45 amMCI - SYD
2 stops33h 50mDelta
Sun 7/149:25 amSYD - MCI
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/31$1,503
Thu 7/46:25 amMCI - SYD
2 stops33h 10mDelta
Sun 7/149:25 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,553

Cheap Kansas City to Australia flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Australia specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Kansas City to Australia in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 6/39:00 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/99:15 amSYD - MCI
1 stop25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,787
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,005
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
2 stops35h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,038
Tue 6/46:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/611:50 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,045
Mon 6/35:25 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops22h 55mAir Canada
Fri 8/99:20 amSYD - MCI
2 stops21h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$2,154
Sat 6/226:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/296:10 pmSYD - MCI
2 stops45h 19mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,187
Tue 6/411:40 amMCI - SYD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/69:30 amSYD - MCI
3 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$2,194
Tue 6/46:00 amMCI - SYD
2 stops35h 45mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/611:50 amSYD - MCI
2 stops39h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,239
Thu 6/66:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,276

Kansas City to Australia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kansas City and Australia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Kansas City to Australia in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 9/33:25 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/179:30 amSYD - MCI
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,330
Mon 7/83:31 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/2310:20 amSYD - MCI
1 stop29h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,336
Wed 7/36:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/2310:20 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,340
Wed 7/36:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/2310:20 amSYD - MCI
1 stop29h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,346
Sat 9/74:35 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops47h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/159:30 amSYD - MCI
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,347
Mon 7/83:13 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop24h 22mDelta
Tue 7/239:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,348
Mon 7/83:39 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops23h 56mDelta
Tue 7/239:25 amSYD - MCI
1 stop19h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,353
Tue 9/103:00 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops26h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/216:10 pmSYD - MCI
2 stops43h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,376
Sat 9/75:25 pmMCI - SYD
2 stops22h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/1510:20 amSYD - MCI
1 stop28h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,380

Kansas City to Australia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Kansas City to Australia for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Kansas City to Australia departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,005
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
2 stops37h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/249:55 amSYD - MCI
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,038
Thu 6/66:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,276
Thu 6/68:35 amMCI - SYD
2 stops33h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,290
Thu 6/66:00 amMCI - SYD
1 stop34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/138:45 amSYD - MCI
2 stops28h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,310
Thu 6/68:35 amMCI - SYD
2 stops35h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/1311:50 amSYD - MCI
2 stops25h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,355
Thu 6/611:40 amMCI - SYD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1311:50 amSYD - MCI
3 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,366
Thu 6/66:59 amMCI - SYD
3 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1311:50 amSYD - MCI
3 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,432
Thu 6/66:59 amMCI - SYD
3 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1311:50 amSYD - MCI
3 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,474

One-way flights to Australia from Kansas City

Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Australia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Kansas City to Australia can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Australia instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 6/66:59 amMCI - MEL
3 stops49h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,098
Thu 6/68:55 pmMCI - AVV
3 stops58h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,116
Sun 6/308:55 pmMCI - ADL
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,266
Sun 6/96:00 amMCI - SYD
2 stops35h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$1,302
Sun 6/308:30 amMCI - ADL
3 stops42h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$1,485
Thu 6/66:59 amMCI - MEL
2 stops31h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,509
Thu 6/68:55 pmMCI - MEL
1 stop41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,573
Sun 6/96:15 amMCI - SYD
3 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,677
Sun 6/95:57 pmMCI - SYD
1 stop21h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/31$1,686

Find flights from Kansas City to Australia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Thu 10/31

2 stops49h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/13

2 stops43h 20m

$1,296

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Tue 8/13

2 stops24h 29m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/3

1 stop28h 49m

$1,325

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Tue 9/3

2 stops22h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/17

1 stop28h 49m

$1,330

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Mon 7/8

1 stop24h 22m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/23

1 stop19h 28m

$1,348

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Tue 9/10

2 stops28h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/21

2 stops43h 05m

$1,376

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Sat 9/7

2 stops32h 31m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/15

3 stops31h 57m

$1,453

Kansas CityMelbourne

MCI - MEL

MCIMEL

Kansas City

Thu 10/17

2 stops43h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/23

2 stops35h 39m

$1,601

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Fri 10/11

1 stop24h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/19

1 stop19h 23m

$2,138

Kansas CitySydney Kingsford Smith

MCI - SYD

MCISYD

Kansas City

Sat 6/22

3 stops56h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/29

3 stops45h 20m

$2,670

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Deals found on 5/30

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Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated June 2, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Australia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very good
606 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.8
Good
1,049 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.6
Good
939 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Australia?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kansas City to Australia.

  • Can I find flights from Kansas City to Australia for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kansas City to Australia for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $1,296, but on average you can expect to pay $1,373.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Kansas City to Australia for under $2,100?

    There are currently 14+ open flights from Kansas City to Australia within the next 7 days for less than $2,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Australia one-way?

    $1,302 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $1,677 and $1,686, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas City to Australia?

  • What does MCI to SYD mean?

    MCI stands for Kansas City Airport, while SYD stands for Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Cairns Airport (CNS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Australia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kansas City to Australia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Kansas City to Australia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Kansas City to Australia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kansas City to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kansas City to Australia.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Australia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kansas City to Australia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kansas City to Australia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kansas City to Australia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Kansas City to Australia flight deals updated?

    The Kansas City to Australia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kansas City to Australia?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Australia (average of $1,097). Flying from Kansas City to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,385). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$928Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,062Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,086Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,189Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,235Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,344Average$1,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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