Flying from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) departing from either of these.
Kansas City is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to MCI, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Planning to leave from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)? Direct Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Southwest Airlines operates direct flights from Phoenix to MCI leaving from PHX. Book your favorite window seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Southwest Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the PHX to MCI route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Kansas City International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport the day before your Phoenix to MCI flight:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Heading to AZA from central Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometers away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At AZA, that figure is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MCI if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis to explore Kansas City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport flight.
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
Kansas City International Airport to central Kansas City is about 26 kilometers. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
$50 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport. A return flight starts at $99. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Phoenix to MCI. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Kansas City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to MCI plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Kansas City
Start your Kansas City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Kansas City International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Jazz 1 and National WWI Museum and Memorial are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Kansas City must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Jazz Pantheon.
Explore more of the United States
Omaha is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kansas City. Around 241 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within.
Wichita is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometers south-west of Kansas City. No journey is complete without experiencing Museum of World Treasures, Steampunk Village and The Wichita Gardens.
