Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Chicago and Kansas City are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
Every week, there are 26 Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 05:20 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Southwest Airlines.
Your MDW to MCI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Kansas City (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers MDW to MCI flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 77.64% of the time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MDW and MCI:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Nashville Airport
St Louis Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
$159 is the best price for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Return flights start at $318. These prices can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MDW to MCI, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MDW to MCI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MDW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Reserve a hotel close to MCI if you're catching a late Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Kansas City's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Kansas City International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
From Kansas City International Airport, Kansas City is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kansas City in March.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Kansas City International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDW to MCI in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Oklahoma City is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Kansas City. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City Art Museum and First Americans Museum.
Omaha is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Kansas City. No trip is complete without a visit to Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
