Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Kansas City's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Kansas City two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from 39 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight available. Spirit Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:32.
Your LAX to MCI flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kansas City adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of United States:
Delta Air Lines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a reliable 91.94% of services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating LAX to MCI flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and MCI include:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
$76 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Return flights start at $221. These prices may change based on demand.
Book six months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LAX to MCI.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
If you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCI:
Travel at your own pace with a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and venture far and wide through Kansas City and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kansas City International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport to the center of Kansas City has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kansas City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansas City International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to MCI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Oklahoma City is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kansas City. Around 483 kilometers away to the south-west, popular attractions include Bricktown, Oklahoma City Zoo and Lake Hefner Golf Course.
Around 274 kilometers north-west of Kansas City, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.