Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
The timezone in Kansas City is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Buffalo.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BUF to MCI flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUF and MCI:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight is R 1,911. A return plane ticket right now is R 6,545. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BUF to MCI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BUF to MCI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BUF? If you're boarding an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MCI instead:
Pick up a Kansas City International Airport rental car and discover Kansas City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Kansas City International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
You'll find MCI 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 driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Kansas City in April.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Kansas City International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUF to MCI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Kansas City, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-west to Oklahoma City to check off its top sights. From Bricktown to Oklahoma City Zoo and Lake Hefner Golf Course, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Omaha is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Kansas City. No journey is complete without seeing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
