Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI): what you need to know
Kansas City is two hours ahead of Portland and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PDX to MCI flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Flying into Kansas City (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 92.59% of services arriving on schedule, Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PDX to MCI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PDX and MCI:
Denver International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Currently, 133 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 207 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PDX to MCI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83.65% of flights departing from Portland International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from PDX.
To reach Portland International Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
Reserve a hotel close to MCI if you're catching a late Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kansas City International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kansas City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kansas City International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to central Kansas City
The street address for MCI is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport to the centre of Kansas City has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kansas City. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kansas City is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Kansas City International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to MCI in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Kansas City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-west of Kansas City, a visit to Oklahoma City will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Bricktown, Oklahoma City Zoo and Lake Hefner Golf Course.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of Kansas City, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
