Skip to flight results
Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:14:05

Los Angeles (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI) Flights

Compare flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
Get the latest collected flight schedules, prices, and route information all in one place.
LAX········· ·········MCI
Los Angeles International AirportKansas City International Airport
Distance
1,363 miles
Flight time
3h 13m
Time difference
MCI is 2h ahead
Departure date
Return date

Flights from Los Angeles to Kansas City

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

Transfers
Airlines
Airline allianceAirlines
Departure / arrival
Departure time (local time)Arrival time (local time)
Airport
Departure airports
Arrival airports
Collected nonstop flight records from LAX to MCI on 2026-11-03
09:17LAXPST UTC−83h 28m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
14:45MCICST UTC−6$514.00One-way
Flight details
13:20LAXPST UTC−83h 10m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
18:30MCICST UTC−6$514.00One-way
Flight details
14:00LAXPST UTC−83h 8m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
19:08MCICST UTC−6$514.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Los Angeles (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Los Angeles (LAX), California, to Kansas City (MCI), Missouri, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,363 miles.

Departure
Los Angeles International Airport · California, United States · 33° 56' 33" N 118° 24' 29" W
Flight route
1,363 miles · 3h 13m
Direction
67.34° (ENE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 37.21379, longitude -106.97903, approximately 680.32 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,360.6 miles
Driving route
1,539 miles · 30 hr 57 min
Time difference
MCI is 2h ahead
Destination
Kansas City International Airport · Missouri, United States · 39° 18' 06" N 94° 42' 50" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,363 miles
Average flight time
3h 13m
Time difference
MCI is 2h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Los Angeles to Kansas City is 67.34°, and the compass direction is ENE.

Airport information

Los Angeles International Airport

Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles, California, United States
33° 56' 33" N, 118° 24' 29" W
Elevation: 125 ft (38 m)
Time zone: PDT UTC−7
View airport details

What's the weather like in Los Angeles and Kansas City?

Temperature unit:

LAX · Los Angeles

59°FOvercastFeels like 59°F
Humidity
88%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MCI · Kansas City

71°FSunnyFeels like 66°F
Humidity
58%
Wind
15 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2879°F | 60°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2974°F | 59°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3076°F | 60°FModerate drizzle
Sat, Oct 3164°F | 56°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 160°F | 55°FSlight rain

Popular airlines from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Popular airports near Los Angeles

Popular airports near Kansas City

Everything you need to know for your flight from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 286. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 465, the difference is USD 179. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 146 on 2026-11-17, USD 368 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 514 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.