Flying from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore the options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) leaving from this base.
Hop on a direct Seattle to Kansas City International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 30 minutes.
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Seattle.
With 22 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from SEA to MCI is with Alaska Airlines at 6:38pm.
Your flight from Seattle to MCI won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can find a direct flight from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
At SEA, there's a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport, including:
Alaska Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from SEA to MCI.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.78% of its services arriving as planned.
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Seattle to MCI flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCI instead:
Grab a Kansas City International Airport rental car and explore Kansas City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Seattle 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
Central Kansas City is roughly 26 kilometres from Kansas City International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
At the moment, Rs19,106 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs44,313. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to MCI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Seattle to Kansas City International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Kansas City. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Seattle to MCI flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Kansas City
Start your Kansas City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kansas City International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon are must-do's during your Kansas City adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres north-west of Kansas City, a visit to Omaha will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, consider Wichita, about 290 kilometres south-west of Kansas City. Museum of World Treasures, Steampunk Village and The Wichita Gardens are key reasons to visit.
