Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Denver's timezone is UTC-6, making Denver one hour behind Kansas City.
Every week, there are 88 Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 05:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:35 with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MCI to DEN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport, so jetting off to Denver (and then visiting more of United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Frontier Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
United Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MCI to DEN flights, with 86.1% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCI and DEN:
Dallas Love Field Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
$102 is currently the best price for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $196. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from MCI to DEN by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI's address is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MCI arrive on schedule 81.34% of the time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near MCI:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
After your Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport flight has arrived, relax at a nearby hotel. Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport is a comfy option within easy reach of DEN.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Denver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Denver's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Denver International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Denver. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Denver in April.
Before locking in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Denver International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCI to DEN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Denver has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 105 kilometres south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Around 13 kilometres east of Denver, Aurora is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.
