Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Kansas City.
Flights from MCI to EWR start at 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 16:19 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 17 weekly Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MCI to EWR flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
United offers direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in New York — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with United on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating MCI to EWR flights is United. Its services land as scheduled 75.16% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MCI and EWR:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
R 2,172 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,461. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MCI to EWR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
78% of flights that leave from Kansas City International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MCI:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a New York Newark Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and find adventure across New York and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from New York Newark Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
December is the most popular month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to New York in September.
Book your flight from Kansas City International Airport to New York Newark Airport for July if you want to visit New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCI to EWR in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

