Flying from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) leaving from either of these.
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport flight.
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is the most popular route. You can select from 32 direct services each week between DCA and MCI.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to MCI, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) take off from this terminal.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport departing DCA include:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between DCA and MCI is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as planned 73.73% of the time.
DCA is about 6 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Looking to fly out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) plane tickets can be booked from here.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to MCI out of IAD. Book your favorite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
On the IAD to MCI route, United is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.
With 75.63% of its services arriving as scheduled, United is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Kansas City International Airport.
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Washington DC to MCI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).
Get ready to jet away with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to MCI plane tickets from BWI.
The top choice among passengers flying between BWI and MCI is Southwest Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 72.62% of the time.
The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Flights departing from BWI make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 77% of the time.
About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MCI and get cozy, quick:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport flight.
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
Kansas City International Airport is around 24 kilometers from the center of Kansas City. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Currently, AED 218 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 469. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to MCI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Kansas City. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which may be ideal if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
When booking your Washington DC to MCI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kansas City
Start your Kansas City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Kansas City International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Center and Union Station - 2017 are leading attractions which should be on every Kansas City itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 241 kilometers northwest of Kansas City, a visit to Omaha will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theater.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, head for Wichita, about 290 kilometers southwest of Kansas City. Museum of World Treasures, The Wichita Gardens and The Kansas African American Museum are highlights.
