Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 14 hours ahead of Kansas City, where Kansas City International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your MCI to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MCI to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
MCI is about 26 kilometres from central Kansas City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MCI:
Kansas City International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCI arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.34% of the time.
MCI's address is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo flight is Rs100,432. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs219,229. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MCI to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MCI to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your MCI to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you save.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Visit Tokyo during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MCI to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.
