Direct (nonstop) flights from Kansas City to Sacramento

1 airline flys nonstop from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Sacramento International (SMF). It's 1,442 miles (2,320 km), about 3h 40m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
SMF
Sacramento International
🇺🇸 Sacramento, USA
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,442 mi
2,320 km
CO₂/pax
244 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCI → SMF
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,442 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kansas City to Sacramento with one stop · direct emits 244 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCI DEN (Denver) SMF
Leg 1: 1h 55m (533 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (909 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → DEN
1h 55m · 533 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → SMF
2h 35m · 909 mi
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MCI SLC (Salt Lake City) SMF
Leg 1: 2h 45m (919 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (531 mi) Total: ~4h 32m 🍃 293 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SLC
2h 45m · 919 mi
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Leg 2
SLC → SMF
1h 47m · 531 mi
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MCI LAS (Las Vegas) SMF
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,138 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (397 mi) Total: ~4h 44m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → LAS
3h 5m · 1,138 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → SMF
1h 39m · 397 mi
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MCI PHX (Phoenix) SMF
Leg 1: 2h 59m (1,043 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (647 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → PHX
2h 59m · 1,043 mi
View MCI to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → SMF
2h 1m · 647 mi
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MCI SFO (San Francisco) SMF
Leg 1: 4h 5m (1,499 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (86 mi) Total: ~5h 7m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCI → SFO
4h 5m · 1,499 mi
View MCI to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → SMF
1h 2m · 86 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Sacramento (SMF) takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,442 miles (2,320 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kansas City to Sacramento?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Sacramento?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Kansas City from Sacramento?

The flight distance from Kansas City to Sacramento is 1,442 miles (2,320 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 Sacramento?

At 3h 40m, 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 Sacramento?

Roughly 244 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,220 km.

Is the return flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

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.