Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Chicago Midway International (MDW) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 405 miles (652 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

MDW
Chicago Midway International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
✈
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
405 mi
652 km
CO₂/pax
75 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines
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Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MDW → MCI
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
405 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 75 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDW → MKE (Milwaukee) → MCI
Leg 1: 45m (80 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (436 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → MKE
45m · 80 mi
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Leg 2
MKE → MCI
1h 30m · 436 mi
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MDW → STL (Saint Louis) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → STL
1h 15m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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MDW → IND (Indianapolis) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (451 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → IND
1h 5m · 162 mi
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Leg 2
IND → MCI
1h 30m · 451 mi
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MDW → SDF (Louisville) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (271 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (491 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → SDF
1h 15m · 271 mi
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Leg 2
SDF → MCI
1h 40m · 491 mi
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MDW → CMH (Columbus) → MCI
Leg 1: 1h 13m (282 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (633 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+159% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → CMH
1h 13m · 282 mi
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Leg 2
CMH → MCI
1h 55m · 633 mi
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Direct flights from Kansas City (MCI)

🇺🇸 STL Saint Louis
1h 5m
236 mi
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🇺🇸 MDW Chicago
1h 25m
405 mi
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🇺🇸 IND Indianapolis
1h 25m
451 mi
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🇺🇸 MSP Minneapolis
1h 30m
393 mi
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🇺🇸 MKE Milwaukee
1h 30m
436 mi
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🇺🇸 DAL Dallas
1h 35m
460 mi
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🇺🇸 BNA Nashville
1h 35m
492 mi
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🇺🇸 SDF Louisville
1h 35m
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Chicago (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 405 miles (652 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Chicago to Kansas City is 405 miles (652 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Kansas City?

Roughly 75 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 375 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago Midway International for this flight?

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