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About Kansas City

When it comes to barbecue, jazz music, and river cruises, Kansas City is the place to go. Straddling the Missouri-Kansas border, Kansas City draws throngs of visitors each year for backyard grills and home-cooked meals in some of the most historic locations in U.S. history. If booking a flight to Kansas City is definitely on your to-do list, plan ahead. There's so much to do in this Midwestern city that it's hard to know where to start. Located in the Midwestern state of Kansas, Kansas City is one of the nation's top tourist destinations. The third-largest city in Kansas, Kansas City sits beautifully at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers, the largest rivers in the country. The city serves as a unified city and county government known as the "United Government" and is the third largest city in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City is located in the Midwestern United States, close to the geographic center of the country.

 

Top attractions in Kansas City

  • National WWI Museum and Memorial
  • The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 
  • Arabia Steamboat Museum 
  • Union Station 
  • Kauffman Stadium
  • Kansas City Zoo

 

Flights to Kansas City

Currently, the cheapest month to fly to Kansas City in February. You can see that flights to Kansas City are the most expensive in June. There are several factors that affect the price of an airline ticket, so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down. The best time to book a flight to Kansas City is 30 days before your scheduled departure date. Booking two weeks in advance of your flight can significantly increase the cost of your flight. Wednesday is currently the cheapest day to fly to Kansas City, with Sunday flights being more expensive. As of now, morning flights are probably the cheapest way to travel to Kansas City. 

 

Airline information

All flights to Kansas City land at Kansas City International Airport, also known as Mid-Continent International Airport. It is Kansas' busiest airport and ranks among the top five airports in the North American Airport Satisfaction Survey. The airport currently serves 15 airlines to and from Kansas International Airport. Aeromexico, Delta, and Korean Air are often used to fly from the United States to Kansas City Airport. Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is located 15 miles (24 km) northwest of downtown Kansas City. It was originally called Continental Central International Airport, hence the IATA code. Today, the airport serves more than 10 million passengers a year with direct flights to 49 destinations. Flights to Kansas City International arrive from airports such as Denver, Washington, Boston, New York, Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, and Florida. Kansas City International Airport is consistently rated as one of the top airports in North America, so you'll be amazed at how efficient it is during your stay. If for some reason you're stuck for a while, there are enough restaurants and shops to keep you busy, and free WiFi is available throughout the terminal building.

 

What to do in Kansas City

The National World War I Museum at the Liberty Memorial commemorates the lives of the men and women who died during the war and is the city's premier historic attraction. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is also a popular attraction, displaying an impressively comprehensive collection that includes a vast collection of East Asian art and a wide range of works from around the world. The Arabian Steamboat Museum displays clothing, shoes, medicines, weapons, fruit and vegetable jars, jewelry, and perfumes unearthed from the site where the Steamer Arabians lived. The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art is another museum where visitors can see a wide range of works, including paintings, sculptures, installations, prints, works on paper, photography, and time-based media. Union Station, the Kansas City Museum of Toys and Miniatures, the Hallmark Visitor Center, and the Airline History Museum are among his top Kansas City attractions. The Kansas City Zoo, World of Fun, Oceans of Fun, Roose Park, Swope Park, and Cosmic Center are entertainment centers suitable for both children and adults. Like any other major US city, Kansas offers cuisines from around the world to suit all traveler tastes. The city is also very famous for its nightlife, and alcoholic beverages and pub crawling are fun activities. From fine dining to mid-range to budget restaurants, there are plenty of opportunities for hearty dining for all types of travelers. The city is a dream destination for shopaholics due to its numerous shopping opportunities. For the brand-conscious, there are international boutiques and attractive shopping malls scattered throughout the city. The town also has its share of street markets. If you're looking for a special shopping destination in Kansas City, head to a 150 -block district, a 150 -block area with over 150 shops and dozens of luxury restaurants. 

 

Where to stay in Kansas City

To be in the heart of Kansas City's nightlife, stay in Westport, the perfect place to move between piano bars, karaoke joints, and social clubs serving bocce ball and croquet. Return in the morning for some of the best brunch options in town. Not to be confused with Westport. The eclectic Westside offers accommodations near breweries and multicultural restaurants, ideal for a relaxing night out. Quiet West Bottoms is also home to burgeoning breweries, craft cocktail bars, and The Ship, a popular local hangout since the 1930s. Or stay in downtown Kansas City or the nearby Power and Light District, home to the thriving nightclubs of Kansas City Live. Stay in the Soul of Kansas City: With a thriving creative scene, the district is home to dozens of galleries and local artists' studios. Be sure to stay here for one of the busy first Friday block parties. If you want to see some of KC's history, including the National World War I Museum and Union Station, head to the Midtown and Crown Center districts. No visit to Kansas City is complete without barbecue and jazz. Choose your accommodation in the 18th Arrondissement and Vine District to enjoy the long-running Arthur Bryant BBQ, the American Jazz Museum, and the Negro League Baseball Museum. To mingle with KC locals, stay at the Country Club Plaza, home to a charming European-style open-air mall and the famous JC Nichols Memorial Fountain. The world-famous Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is just stepping away. Relax at our Brookside hotel where you can walk or cycle the trolley trail, shop in boutiques, or stop at off-the-beaten-path restaurants. Stay in the River Market District and stroll along the Missouri River, sip coffee, shop for local produce at the City Market and wares from around the world at the Al Havasi Mart, or head to the heart of the American Bridge on the scenic Riverfront Heritage Trail.

FAQ's

There are 4 airports in Kansas City: Kansas City Downtown, Kansas City International, Kansas City Johnson Industrial, and Kansas City Johnson Executive.
 

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United, Republic Airways, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways and SkyWest Airlines all fly non-stop to Kansas City.
 

The cheapest month to fly to Kansas City is February.

Please see our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for current travel restrictions to Kansas City before you travel. Everything from quarantine requirements to information from health authorities is always updated and up to date here.

To reach downtown Kansas City from Kansas City Airport, you need to travel seventeen miles (17 miles).

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