Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Kansas City is one hour behind Columbus and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CMH to MCI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Kansas City (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CMH to MCI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CMH and MCI:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
₹ 15,536 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 19,252. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from CMH to MCI by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CMH to MCI.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Of all flights leaving John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach John Glenn Columbus International Airport from central Columbus, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CMH:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
If you have a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCI:
Travel at your own pace with a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and see more of Kansas City and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kansas City International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Kansas City. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
July is the most popular month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kansas City in April.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kansas City International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMH to MCI in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Kansas City, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-west to Oklahoma City to check off its leading attractions. From Bricktown to Oklahoma City Zoo and Lake Hefner Golf Course, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, head for Omaha, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Kansas City. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.
