Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Kansas City.
Every week, there are 26 Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MCI to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can fly nonstop to Los Angeles, the United States. Take to the skies with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport:
Most travellers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier operating MCI to LAX flights. An impressive 89.42% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MCI and LAX include:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
R 1,258 is the best price for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,760. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCI to LAX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCI to LAX.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
78% of flights that leave from Kansas City International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Kansas City International Airport from central Kansas City, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MCI:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you have a late Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCI to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
