Direct (nonstop) flights from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City

2 airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 1,242 miles (1,999 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,242 mi
1,999 km
CO₂/pax
210 kg
−60 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Spirit Airlines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
FLL → MCI
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,242 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
FLL → MCI
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,242 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 210 kg CO₂ per passenger

FLL SAV (Savannah) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (423 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (904 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → SAV
1h 30m · 423 mi
View FLL to SAV flights →
Leg 2
SAV → MCI
2h 20m · 904 mi
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FLL PNS (Pensacola) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 49m (526 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (742 mi) Total: ~3h 59m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → PNS
1h 49m · 526 mi
View FLL to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → MCI
2h 10m · 742 mi
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FLL TPA (Tampa) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (197 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,047 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → TPA
1h 5m · 197 mi
View FLL to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → MCI
2h 55m · 1,047 mi
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FLL BNA (Nashville) MCI
Leg 1: 2h 23m (793 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (492 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → BNA
2h 23m · 793 mi
View FLL to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → MCI
1h 40m · 492 mi
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FLL STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,057 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → STL
2h 55m · 1,057 mi
View FLL to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
View STL to MCI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City?

A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,242 miles (1,999 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City?

2 airlines: Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City?

Yes. 2 airlines: Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City is 1,242 miles (1,999 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City?

At 3h 15m, 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 Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City?

Roughly 210 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,050 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International for this flight?

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