Flying from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kansas City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Kansas City one hour behind Indianapolis.
Take your pick of four weekly Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport flights. The 07:40 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IND to MCI flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Kansas City (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers IND to MCI flights. An impressive 80.83% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between IND and MCI:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Right now, $178 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $356. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IND to MCI if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from IND to MCI.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Handy information about Indianapolis Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Indianapolis Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Indianapolis Airport from central Indianapolis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near IND:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MCI instead:
Explore without limits with a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and chase adventure across Kansas City and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kansas City International Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The quietest month for a flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kansas City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kansas City International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to MCI in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Kansas City, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-west to Oklahoma City to tick off its popular sights. From National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum to Oklahoma City Art Museum and First Americans Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of Kansas City, Omaha is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
