Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Louis to Kansas City

1 airline flys nonstop from Saint Louis Airport (STL) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI). It's 236 miles (380 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
MCI
Kansas City International Airport
🇺🇸 Kansas City, USA
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
236 mi
380 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−106 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
STL → MCI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
236 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Louis to Kansas City with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

STL IND (Indianapolis) MCI
Leg 1: 55m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (451 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
IND → MCI
1h 30m · 451 mi
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STL MDW (Chicago) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+234% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MCI
1h 30m · 405 mi
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STL MKE (Milwaukee) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (436 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+275% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MKE
1h 15m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
MKE → MCI
1h 30m · 436 mi
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STL BNA (Nashville) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (492 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+277% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → BNA
1h 10m · 272 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → MCI
1h 40m · 492 mi
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STL MSP (Minneapolis) MCI
Leg 1: 1h 38m (447 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+311% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MSP
1h 38m · 447 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → MCI
1h 35m · 393 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Louis to Kansas City?

A nonstop flight from Saint Louis (STL) to Kansas City (MCI) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 236 miles (380 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis to Kansas City?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Louis to Kansas City?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Saint Louis from Kansas City?

The flight distance from Saint Louis to Kansas City is 236 miles (380 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Saint Louis to Kansas City?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Saint Louis to Kansas City?

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Kansas City to Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis Airport for this flight?

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