Direct (nonstop) flights from Kansas City to Dallas

1 airline flys nonstop from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW). It's 459 miles (739 km), about 1h 51m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
✈
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
1h 51m
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
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Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
MCI → DFW
Flight Time
1h 51m
Distance
459 mi

Alternative Routes

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

MCI → STL (Saint Louis) → DFW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (236 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (549 mi) Total: ~3h 7m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → STL
1h 5m · 236 mi
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Leg 2
STL → DFW
2h 2m · 549 mi
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MCI → AUS (Austin) → DFW
Leg 1: 2h (648 mi) Leg 2: 1h 16m (189 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → AUS
2h · 648 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → DFW
1h 16m · 189 mi
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MCI → SAT (San Antonio) → DFW
Leg 1: 2h 10m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SAT
2h 10m · 706 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → DFW
1h 19m · 247 mi
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MCI → HOU (Houston) → DFW
Leg 1: 2h 10m (665 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → HOU
2h 10m · 665 mi
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Leg 2
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
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MCI → IAH (Houston) → DFW
Leg 1: 2h 18m (642 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (224 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+119% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → IAH
2h 18m · 642 mi
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Leg 2
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Dallas (DFW) takes approximately 1 hours and 51 minutes. The distance is 459 miles (739 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City to Dallas?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Dallas?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Kansas City from Dallas?

The flight distance from Kansas City to Dallas 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 Kansas City to Dallas?

At 1h 51m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 85 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 425 km.

Is the return flight from Dallas to Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Dallas?

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 Kansas City International Airport for this flight?

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