Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for departing from here when booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
Hop on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). Take your pick of 7 direct services every week. Southwest Airlines operates a 6:40am departure between FLL and MCI.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MCI, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like March or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport taking off from FLL.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Southwest Airlines from FLL to MCI.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.41% of its services landing on schedule.
FLL is around 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MCI and hit the lights earlier:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport flight.
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
Kansas City International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Kansas City. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport is R 1,021. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,069. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to MCI. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). July is the busiest month to visit Kansas City. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to MCI plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kansas City to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Kansas City
Start your Kansas City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Kansas City when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at National WWI Museum and Memorial followed by LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres northwest of Kansas City, a trip to Omaha will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Wichita, roughly 290 kilometres southwest of Kansas City. Museum of World Treasures, The Wichita Gardens and The Kansas African American Museum are key highlights.
