Direct (nonstop) flights from Milwaukee to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from General Mitchell International (MKE) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 436 miles (701 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
436 mi
701 km
CO₂/pax
81 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MKE → MCI
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
436 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milwaukee to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 81 kg CO₂ per passenger

MKE MDW (Chicago) MCI
Leg 1: 50m (80 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MDW
50m · 80 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MCI
1h 30m · 405 mi
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MKE STL (Saint Louis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → STL
1h 20m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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MKE ORD (Chicago) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 9m (66 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (403 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → ORD
1h 9m · 66 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MCI
1h 46m · 403 mi
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MKE MSP (Minneapolis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → MCI
1h 35m · 393 mi
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MKE BNA (Nashville) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 35m (475 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (492 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → BNA
1h 35m · 475 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → MCI
1h 40m · 492 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 436 miles (701 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milwaukee to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Milwaukee from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Milwaukee to Kansas City is 436 miles (701 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Kansas City?

Roughly 81 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 405 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 General Mitchell International for this flight?

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