Direct (nonstop) flights from Charleston to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Charleston Afb International (CHS) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 931 miles (1,498 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

CHS
Charleston Afb International
🇺🇸 Charleston, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
931 mi
1,498 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
CHS → MCI
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
931 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Charleston to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

CHS BNA (Nashville) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 35m (439 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (492 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHS → BNA
1h 35m · 439 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → MCI
1h 40m · 492 mi
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CHS STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 2h 15m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHS → STL
2h 15m · 706 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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CHS IND (Indianapolis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 55m (586 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (451 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHS → IND
1h 55m · 586 mi
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Leg 2
IND → MCI
1h 30m · 451 mi
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CHS ATL (Atlanta) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 18m (260 mi) Leg 2: 2h 9m (692 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHS → ATL
1h 18m · 260 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → MCI
2h 9m · 692 mi
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CHS SDF (Louisville) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 52m (485 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (491 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHS → SDF
1h 52m · 485 mi
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Leg 2
SDF → MCI
1h 40m · 491 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Charleston to Kansas City?

A nonstop flight from Charleston (CHS) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 931 miles (1,498 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Charleston to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Charleston to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Charleston from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Charleston to Kansas City is 931 miles (1,498 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Charleston to Kansas City?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Charleston to Kansas City?

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Charleston also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Kansas City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Charleston Afb International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.