Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 665 miles (1,071 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
✈
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
2h
Distance
665 mi
1,071 km
CO₂/pax
123 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines
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Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → MCI
Flight Time
2h
Distance
665 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 123 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU → DAL (Dallas) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (460 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → MCI
1h 30m · 460 mi
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HOU → AUS (Austin) → MCI
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (648 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → MCI
1h 55m · 648 mi
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HOU → SAT (San Antonio) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h (192 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (706 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SAT
1h · 192 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → MCI
1h 55m · 706 mi
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HOU → DFW (Dallas) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (459 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → MCI
1h 40m · 459 mi
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HOU → MSY (New Orleans) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h (690 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → MCI
2h · 690 mi
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Direct flights from Kansas City (MCI)

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🇺🇸 MSP Minneapolis
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🇺🇸 MKE Milwaukee
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🇺🇸 DAL Dallas
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 665 miles (1,071 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Houston to Kansas City is 665 miles (1,071 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Kansas City?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 123 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 615 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Houston 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 Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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