Direct (nonstop) flights from Kansas City to Portland

2 airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Portland International (PDX). It's 1,481 miles (2,383 km), about 3h 52m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
PDX
Portland International
🇺🇸 Portland, USA
Flight Time
3h 52m
Distance
1,481 mi
2,383 km
CO₂/pax
250 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Alaska Airlines +1
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
MCI → PDX
Flight Time
3h 52m
Distance
1,481 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCI → PDX
Flight Time
3h 52m
Distance
1,481 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kansas City to Portland with one stop · direct emits 250 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCI DEN (Denver) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 55m (533 mi) Leg 2: 2h 46m (991 mi) Total: ~4h 41m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → DEN
1h 55m · 533 mi
View MCI to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → PDX
2h 46m · 991 mi
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MCI SLC (Salt Lake City) PDX
Leg 1: 2h 45m (919 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (629 mi) Total: ~4h 47m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SLC
2h 45m · 919 mi
View MCI to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → PDX
2h 2m · 629 mi
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MCI SEA (Seattle) PDX
Leg 1: 4h 5m (1,488 mi) Leg 2: 1h 1m (129 mi) Total: ~5h 6m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SEA
4h 5m · 1,488 mi
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Leg 2
SEA → PDX
1h 1m · 129 mi
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MCI MSP (Minneapolis) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (393 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,426 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 339 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → MSP
1h 30m · 393 mi
View MCI to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → PDX
3h 40m · 1,426 mi
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MCI STL (Saint Louis) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 5m (236 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,707 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → STL
1h 5m · 236 mi
View MCI to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → PDX
4h 10m · 1,707 mi
View STL to PDX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Portland (PDX) takes approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes. The distance is 1,481 miles (2,383 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City to Portland?

2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Portland?

Yes. 2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Kansas City from Portland?

The flight distance from Kansas City to Portland is 1,481 miles (2,383 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 Kansas City to Portland?

At 3h 52m, 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 Kansas City to Portland?

Roughly 250 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,250 km.

Is the return flight from Portland 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 Portland?

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.