Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
3 hours 2 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. New York is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City and operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are 59 flights from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MCI and JFK are:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Once you've booked cheap ticket from MCI to JFK, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary as you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
$215 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from $428. These fares can change based on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from MCI to JFK by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Kansas City International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Kansas City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MCI:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Book a hotel near JFK if you have a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 48 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to explore New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MCI to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After booking your flights from MCI to JFK, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in New York. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is another way to get to or from New York. This domestic airport may be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your plans, so check its flight schedules and rates.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to John F. Kennedy International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect New York stay.