Direct (nonstop) flights from Dallas to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Dallas Love Fld (DAL) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 460 miles (740 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

DAL
Dallas Love Fld
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
460 mi
740 km
CO₂/pax
85 kg
−95 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
DAL → MCI
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
460 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dallas to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 85 kg CO₂ per passenger

DAL AUS (Austin) MCI
Leg 1: 1h (188 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (648 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAL → AUS
1h · 188 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → MCI
1h 55m · 648 mi
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DAL STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 45m (545 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAL → STL
1h 45m · 545 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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DAL SAT (San Antonio) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (248 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (706 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAL → SAT
1h 10m · 248 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → MCI
1h 55m · 706 mi
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DAL HOU (Houston) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h (665 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+126% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
HOU → MCI
2h · 665 mi
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DAL MSY (New Orleans) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (436 mi) Leg 2: 2h (690 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+175% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAL → MSY
1h 25m · 436 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → MCI
2h · 690 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Dallas (DAL) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 460 miles (740 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dallas to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dallas to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Dallas from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Dallas to Kansas City is 460 miles (740 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Dallas to Kansas City?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 85 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 425 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas Love Fld for this flight?

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