Chicago to Kansas City flights
Kansas City lies 661 km (411 mi) south-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 36 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Chicago | Kansas City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 475,378 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 290 m (951 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MDW, 11 km out | MCI, 25 km out |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 64101–64999 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chicago
Chicago is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,522 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, 25 km), Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY, 33 km), Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC, 71 km).
Arriving in Kansas City
Kansas City is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kansas City International Airport (MCI), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 10,801-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City International Airport | MCI | 25 km (16 mi) | 10,801 ft | 1,026 ft |
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Staying in Kansas City
Our booking partner lists 236 places to stay in Kansas City. Of the 177 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (109), and 3 are five-star. Across 139 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 71,500 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kansas City from Chicago?
661 km (411 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chicago.
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Kansas City by air?
About 1 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Kansas City?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chicago to Kansas City flights?
Typically Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
Where can I stay in Kansas City?
Our booking partner lists 236 places to stay in Kansas City, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.