Direct (nonstop) flights from Indianapolis to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 451 miles (726 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
451 mi
726 km
CO₂/pax
83 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
IND → MCI
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
451 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Indianapolis to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 83 kg CO₂ per passenger

IND STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → STL
1h · 229 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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IND MDW (Chicago) MCI
Leg 1: 1h (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → MDW
1h · 162 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MCI
1h 30m · 405 mi
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IND BNA (Nashville) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (248 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (492 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → BNA
1h 10m · 248 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → MCI
1h 40m · 492 mi
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IND ORD (Chicago) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 22m (177 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (403 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → ORD
1h 22m · 177 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MCI
1h 46m · 403 mi
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IND DTW (Detroit) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 13m (231 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (628 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+122% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → DTW
1h 13m · 231 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → MCI
2h 5m · 628 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 451 miles (726 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Indianapolis to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Indianapolis from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Indianapolis to Kansas City is 451 miles (726 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City?

Roughly 83 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 415 km.

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

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