Direct (nonstop) flights from Denver to Kansas City

3 airlines fly nonstop from Denver International (DEN) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 533 miles (857 km), about 1h 43m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
✈
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
533 mi
857 km
CO₂/pax
99 kg
−112 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Frontier Airlines +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines
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Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
DEN → MCI
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
533 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
DEN → MCI
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
533 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
DEN → MCI
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
533 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Denver to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 99 kg CO₂ per passenger

DEN → STL (Saint Louis) → MCI
Leg 1: 2h 5m (769 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEN → STL
2h 5m · 769 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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DEN → ABQ (Albuquerque) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (347 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (718 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEN → ABQ
1h 25m · 347 mi
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Leg 2
ABQ → MCI
1h 55m · 718 mi
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DEN → DAL (Dallas) → MCI
Leg 1: 2h (650 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (460 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEN → DAL
2h · 650 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → MCI
1h 30m · 460 mi
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DEN → MSP (Minneapolis) → MCI
Leg 1: 2h (680 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+126% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEN → MSP
2h · 680 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → MCI
1h 35m · 393 mi
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DEN → DFW (Dallas) → MCI
Leg 1: 2h 6m (641 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (459 mi) Total: ~3h 46m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+131% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEN → DFW
2h 6m · 641 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → MCI
1h 40m · 459 mi
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Direct flights from Kansas City (MCI)

🇺🇸 STL Saint Louis
1h 5m
236 mi
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🇺🇸 MDW Chicago
1h 25m
405 mi
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🇺🇸 IND Indianapolis
1h 25m
451 mi
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🇺🇸 MSP Minneapolis
1h 30m
393 mi
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🇺🇸 MKE Milwaukee
1h 30m
436 mi
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🇺🇸 DAL Dallas
1h 35m
460 mi
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🇺🇸 BNA Nashville
1h 35m
492 mi
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🇺🇸 SDF Louisville
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Denver (DEN) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 533 miles (857 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Denver to Kansas City?

3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Denver to Kansas City?

Yes. 3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Denver from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Denver to Kansas City is 533 miles (857 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Denver to Kansas City?

At 1h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 99 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 495 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver International for this flight?

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