Direct (nonstop) flights from Dallas to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 459 miles (739 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
459 mi
739 km
CO₂/pax
85 kg
−86 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
DFW → MCI
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
459 mi

Alternative Routes

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

DFW STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 47m (549 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DFW → STL
1h 47m · 549 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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DFW AUS (Austin) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 7m (189 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (648 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DFW → AUS
1h 7m · 189 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → MCI
1h 55m · 648 mi
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DFW SAT (San Antonio) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 13m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (706 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DFW → SAT
1h 13m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → MCI
1h 55m · 706 mi
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DFW HOU (Houston) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 21m (247 mi) Leg 2: 2h (665 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DFW → HOU
1h 21m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
HOU → MCI
2h · 665 mi
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DFW IAH (Houston) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (224 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (642 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+119% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAH → MCI
2h 8m · 642 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Dallas (DFW) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 459 miles (739 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dallas to Kansas City?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dallas to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Dallas from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Dallas to Kansas City is 459 miles (739 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 40m, 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 Fort Worth International for this flight?

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