Direct (nonstop) flights from Kansas City to Seattle

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA). It's 1,488 miles (2,395 km), about 4h 5m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
SEA
Seattle Tacoma International
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,488 mi
2,395 km
CO₂/pax
251 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
MCI → SEA
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,488 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MCI → SEA
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,488 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCI → SEA
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,488 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kansas City to Seattle with one stop · direct emits 251 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCI DEN (Denver) SEA
Leg 1: 1h 55m (533 mi) Leg 2: 3h 2m (1,023 mi) Total: ~4h 57m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → DEN
1h 55m · 533 mi
View MCI to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → SEA
3h 2m · 1,023 mi
View DEN to SEA flights →
MCI PDX (Portland) SEA
Leg 1: 3h 52m (1,481 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (129 mi) Total: ~4h 57m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → PDX
3h 52m · 1,481 mi
View MCI to PDX flights →
Leg 2
PDX → SEA
1h 5m · 129 mi
View PDX to SEA flights →
MCI SLC (Salt Lake City) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 45m (919 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (688 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 322 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SLC
2h 45m · 919 mi
View MCI to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → SEA
2h 20m · 688 mi
View SLC to SEA flights →
MCI MSP (Minneapolis) SEA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (393 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,399 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → MSP
1h 30m · 393 mi
View MCI to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → SEA
3h 55m · 1,399 mi
View MSP to SEA flights →
MCI ABQ (Albuquerque) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (718 mi) Leg 2: 3h 18m (1,178 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → ABQ
2h 15m · 718 mi
View MCI to ABQ flights →
Leg 2
ABQ → SEA
3h 18m · 1,178 mi
View ABQ to SEA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Seattle (SEA) takes approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,488 miles (2,395 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City to Seattle?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Seattle?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Kansas City from Seattle?

The flight distance from Kansas City to Seattle is 1,488 miles (2,395 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 Seattle?

At 4h 5m, 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 Seattle?

Roughly 251 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,255 km.

Is the return flight from Seattle 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 Seattle?

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.