Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): What you need to know
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is three hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to MCI.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to MCI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from GIG land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to MCI flight:
79% of flights out of Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MCI instead:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
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 the centre of Kansas City. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
R 6,463 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport. A return flight starts from R 15,930. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to MCI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Find an affordable flight from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). July is the busiest month to travel to Kansas City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Rio de Janeiro to MCI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Kansas City, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Kansas City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kansas City right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Kansas City International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017 are essential stops on your Kansas City itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Omaha is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kansas City. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
Wichita is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres southwest of Kansas City. No journey is complete without visiting Museum of World Treasures, The Wichita Gardens and The Kansas African American Museum.
