Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
Kansas City is 16 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to MCI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and MCI:
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
At the moment, $724 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,550. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to MCI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SYD to MCI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
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Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Consider staying in a hotel near MCI if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kansas City International Airport around one week ahead of 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 32 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kansas City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kansas City International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MCI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
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