Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Kansas City and Chicago share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Each week, there are 96 Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, jump on the 05:31 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:50 with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your MCI to ORD flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Chicago (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.
With a reliable 83.69% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier for MCI to ORD flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCI and ORD include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
At the moment, 61 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 121 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCI to ORD.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCI to ORD.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI's address is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MCI arrive on schedule 81.34% of the time.
To reach Kansas City International Airport from central Kansas City, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MCI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Kansas City International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MCI to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.
