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Good to Know
Essential information to help you plan your flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$186
Cheapest price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 14 days ago.
$124 below the typical $310 round-trip on this route.
Outbound · Nov 3
8:43 pmMCIKansas City International Airport
12:23 amLAXLos Angeles International Airport
5h 40m · 1 stop via Denver (DEN)
Return · Nov 10
6:15 amLAXLos Angeles International Airport
7:47 pmMCIKansas City International Airport
11h 32m · 1 stop via Denver (DEN)
Cheapest Flight One-way
$176
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 11 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $243.
Outbound · Nov 1
8:43 pmMCIKansas City International Airport
10:47 amLAXLos Angeles International Airport
16h 4m · 1 stop via Denver (DEN)
Cheapest Nonstop
$309
Cheapest nonstop found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 14 days ago.
Saves 10h 22m of travel time, but costs $123 more than the cheapest fare.
Outbound · Nov 3
6:55 amMCIKansas City International Airport
8:35 amLAXLos Angeles International Airport
3h 40m · Nonstop
Return · Nov 10
1:20 pmLAXLos Angeles International Airport
6:30 pmMCIKansas City International Airport
3h 10m · Nonstop
Good deal price
$251
A round-trip at or under $251 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Thursdays
Thursday departures average $349 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$17 less than the average weekday, which is $366.
Best time to fly
Evenings
Evening departures average $295 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$106 less than the average departure, which is $401.
Low season
August
Fares average $235 in August, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $228 in late August.
$18 below the yearly average of $253.
When to book
5 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 5 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $186, versus $291 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
Priceline is always monitoring flight prices on this route. When we spot an offer on a specific flight that’s significantly lower than what that flight usually sells for, we call it out here as a price drop.
MCIONT
35% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Dec 10 · Return Dec 15
5-night trip · economy
$350now only$229Round-trip
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17% Price DropDelta Air Lines
Depart Oct 30 · Return Nov 2
3-night trip · economy
$309now only$256Round-trip
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Depart Nov 5 · Return Nov 10
5-night trip · economy
$434now only$280Round-trip
MCIONT
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Depart Dec 2 · Return Dec 5
3-night trip · economy
$350now only$281Round-trip
MCIONT
19% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 25 · Return Nov 30
5-night trip · economy
$350now only$283Round-trip
MCISNA
26% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Nov 13 · Return Nov 16
3-night trip · economy
$382now only$283Round-trip
MCIONT
18% Price DropSouthwest Airlines
Depart Nov 2 · Return Nov 6
4-night trip · economy
$350now only$288Round-trip
MCIONT
18% Price DropSouthwest Airlines
Depart Nov 3 · Return Nov 6
3-night trip · economy
$350now only$288Round-trip
MCIONT
17% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 30 · Return Dec 4
4-night trip · economy
$350now only$291Round-trip
MCIONT
11% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Oct 30 · Return Nov 2
3-night trip · economy
$350now only$311Round-trip
MCIONT
11% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Oct 27 · Return Nov 1
5-night trip · economy
$350now only$312Round-trip
MCIONT
11% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 3 · Return Nov 8
5-night trip · economy
$350now only$312Round-trip
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We don’t use Express Deal prices when calculating this route’s lowest price or price averages, because these offers require extra flexibility from travelers.
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FrontierSouthwestAlaskaUnitedDepart Oct 21 · Return Oct 28
7-night trip · economy
$291Round-trip
MCILAX
BUDGET FRIENDLY
You’re guaranteed to get one of these airlines:
FrontierSouthwestAlaskaUnitedDepart Oct 25
economy
$229One-way
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Kansas City - Los Angeles packages
Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
The Biltmore Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 506 South Grand Avenue
82,046 Reviews4-Star Hotel
17% Package Savings
$813/person
$1,968 $1,626 total
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Los Angeles, 6101 West Century Boulevard
8.13,864 Reviews4-Star Hotel
8% Package Savings
$800/person
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown By IHG
Los Angeles, 899 Francisco Street
8.41,149 Reviews4.5-Star Hotel
23% Package Savings
$1,105/person
$2,855 $2,209 total
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport By IHG
Los Angeles, 9901 South La Cienega Boulevard
7.53,799 Reviews3-Star Hotel
5% Package Savings
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
Moxy Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 1260 South Figueroa Street
7.81,061 Reviews4-Star Hotel
$1,098/person
$2,195 total
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MKC to LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Los Angeles, 5985 West Century Boulevard
7.83,744 Reviews4-Star Hotel
10% Package Savings
$804/person
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 404 South Figueroa Street
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18% Package Savings
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MKC to LAX
Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown By IHG
Los Angeles, 899 Francisco Street
8.41,149 Reviews4.5-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in LAX
22% Package Savings
$1,166/person
$2,994 $2,332 total
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Round-trip flight from Kansas City
MKC to LAX
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport By IHG
Los Angeles, 9901 South La Cienega Boulevard
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Rental car included
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6% Package Savings
$871/person
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MKC to LAX
Moxy Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 1260 South Figueroa Street
7.81,061 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in LAX
$1,155/person
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MKC to LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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Rental car included
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MKC to LAX
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 404 South Figueroa Street
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Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Los Angeles, 5711 West Century Boulevard
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Rental car included
Pick-up in LAX
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MKC to LAX
The Biltmore Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 506 South Grand Avenue
82,046 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in LAX
17% Package Savings
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MKC to LAX
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Los Angeles, 6101 West Century Boulevard
8.13,864 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in LAX
4% Package Savings
$900/person
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When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in late August at about $228
Fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles are lowest in late August, around $228, and August is the cheapest month overall, averaging $235. They peak in late December at about $301, $73 more than the low. The yearly average is $253.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $238 | $240 | $236 |
| February | $244 | $243 | $244 |
| March | $272 | $263 | $281 |
| April | $257 | $261 | $253 |
| May | $251 | $249 | $252 |
| June | $251 | $247 | $255 |
| July | $260 | $260 | $260 |
| August | $235 | $243 | $228 |
| September | $239 | $235 | $243 |
| October | $251 | $258 | $245 |
| November | $251 | $242 | $261 |
| December | $283 | $263 | $301 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $186
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles, around $186. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $291, $105 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $293.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $293 |
| 172 days | $296 |
| 164 days | $297 |
| 162 days | $298 |
| 156 days | $297 |
| 148 days | $285 |
| 140 days | $272 |
| 132 days | $273 |
| 124 days | $269 |
| 116 days | $257 |
| 108 days | $247 |
| 100 days | $239 |
| 92 days | $229 |
| 84 days | $217 |
| 76 days | $210 |
| 68 days | $207 |
| 2mo | $197 |
| 52 days | $190 |
| 44 days | $188 |
| 36 days | $187 |
| 35 days | $186 |
| 28 days | $188 |
| 20 days | $202 |
| 12 days | $236 |
| 4 days | $275 |
| 0 days | $291 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles. At $349 it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day, 9% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $397 |
| Mon | $385 |
| Tue | $356 |
| Wed | $357 |
| Thu | $349 |
| Fri | $353 |
| Sat | $364 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Evening (5pm - 9pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles. At $295 it is 26% cheaper than the average time. Late night (9pm - 12am) is the most expensive time, 26% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $419 |
| Midday | $333 |
| Afternoon | $453 |
| Evening | $295 |
| Late Night | $505 |
What do round-trip flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $0 to $150 | 6% |
| $150 to $300 | 21% |
| $300 to $450 | 45% |
| $450 to $600 | 19% |
| $600 to $750 | 5% |
| $750 to $900 | 3% |
| $900 and up | 1% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from Kansas City to Los Angeles.
What is the typical flight duration from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
The flight from Kansas City to Los Angeles is about 1,360 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 3 hours and 30 minutes, while the return leg takes 3 hours and 15 minutes. The westbound flight is about 15 minutes longer than the eastbound trip.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Southwest, Delta, and United all fly nonstop from Kansas City to Los Angeles, every day of the week. Southwest and Delta each run about 13 weekly flights, while United operates 7 weekly nonstops. Departures are spread across the day, from early morning through the late evening.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Los Angeles?
From LAX, the fastest way to downtown Los Angeles is the LAX FlyAway bus, which runs nonstop to Union Station every 15 minutes for about $9.75 and takes roughly 30–45 minutes. Taxis and rideshares like Uber and Lyft are also available from the LAX-it lot, with a taxi to the city center costing around $70. Metro rail now connects via the LAX/Metro Transit Center on the C and K Lines, where a free shuttle takes you to the terminals, and a direct automated people mover (SkyLink) is expected to open later in 2026. Car rentals and peer-to-peer vehicle sharing are offered on-site from multiple companies. Rideshare and taxis are the most commonly used options for travelers heading into the city, though the FlyAway bus is the best value for reaching Union Station directly.
References
- Go Metro to LAX - LA Metro
- From LAX Los Angeles airport to the city center | GetToCenter
- Transit | Los Angeles World Airports
- Best Ways to Reach LAX: Train, Shuttle, Taxi or Rideshare
- Getting To, From, and Around LAX | LAX
- LAX/Metro Transit Center
- LAX FlyAway® Bus - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | LAX
When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles are lowest in late August, around $228. August is the cheapest month overall, averaging $235, followed by January ($238) and September ($239). December is the most expensive month at about $283, and fares peak in late December at about $301. The yearly average is $253. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Kansas City to Los Angeles, around $186. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $291, $105 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $293. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles, but connecting overnight itineraries do operate with a red-eye long leg into LAX. Southwest routes overnight legs through Houston (departing 22:30, arriving 00:10) and Atlanta (departing 20:35, arriving 00:10), while Frontier connects through Denver (departing 22:55, arriving 00:29), each landing in the early hours just after midnight.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines all fly nonstop from Kansas City to Los Angeles, with Southwest and Delta each operating 13 weekly flights and United operating 7 weekly flights. All three carriers fly daily, with departures spread throughout the day from early morning to evening.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Delta leads reliability on Kansas City to Los Angeles with 92.4% of flights arriving within 15 minutes of schedule, and a cancellation rate of 0.8%. Southwest follows at 69.8% on-time arrivals with no cancellations.
Methodology
On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).
Which airport should I use in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has multiple airports but for this route LAX is the primary choice, being the main international and domestic hub. It is about 16 miles from downtown and serves all major airlines. Hollywood Burbank and Long Beach are smaller alternatives mainly for regional or low-cost flights, but they are less convenient for most Kansas City travellers.
How do I get to Kansas City International Airport from the city center?
From downtown Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport (MCI), RideKC's Route 229 bus offers the most affordable option with daily service taking about an hour each way. Rideshare via Uber or Lyft and taxis are the most popular and fastest options, typically reaching the airport in 20–25 minutes, with taxis running around $50. Several hotels also provide complimentary shuttle service for their guests. If you're driving, MCI offers Economy, Surface, Garage, and Valet parking, with the Economy Lot being the budget-friendly choice for long-term stays.
References
- Kansas City Airport: A Guide | Chase
- MCI Airport Transportation | Black Car, SUV & Van | SuperShuttle
- Traveling to Kansas City and Getting Around | Visit KC
- Kansas City Travel & Transportation Information | Visit KC
- Find cheap flights to Kansas City (MCI) | American Airlines
- Traveler Services | Kansas City International Airport
- Parking | Kansas City International Airport
- Car Rental Kansas City International Airport (MCI) | Avis
Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Los Angeles airport?
There is no on-site or in-terminal hotel at Los Angeles International Airport, and no airside transit hotel; all nearby hotels require exiting the terminal and passing through security again. Nearby options include the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport, Courtyard Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX, and Travelodge by Wyndham LAX, most of which provide free airport shuttles. Day rooms are available at some nearby hotels.
References
- My 3 Favorite Airport Hotels for Easy Access to LAX
- Best hotels near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - The Points Guy
- 13 Best Hotels near Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX) for 2026 | U.S. News Travel
- Google Maps
- LAX Airport Hotel | Los Angeles Airport Marriott
- Los Angeles Airport Guide (LAX) - Sleeping in Airports
What facilities and services are available to travelers at Los Angeles International Airport?
Los Angeles International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout all terminals, along with abundant charging stations and USB ports at gates in Terminal 2 and under seats throughout the airport. Duty-free shopping and retail outlets like Hudson News and DFS are available in every terminal, and a nursing room and animal relief station can be found in Terminal 2. Travelers can use the interactive map and filterable list on the LAX website to locate dining and shopping options, with select restaurants supporting mobile ordering. There are no baggage storage facilities inside the airport.
References
- Los Angeles International Airport Food Guide: Dining at LAX | Chase
- Los Angeles, CA (LAX)
- LAX Terminal 2 Information | LAX
- Los Angeles (LAX) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines
- Los Angeles International Airport - Google Maps
- Los Angeles International Airport LAX: Departures, arrivals and transfers - Omio
- LAX Official Site | Dining & Shopping | LAX
- Los Angeles International Airport – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Kansas City and Los Angeles airports?
Kansas City International Airport offers the Aira app free of charge, connecting travelers who are blind or have low vision to trained visual interpreters for real-time navigation through terminals, gates, kiosks, and security; all high-traffic areas are wheelchair-accessible by elevator, and wheelchair reservations for curbside assistance can be arranged by calling your airline. Los Angeles International Airport provides ADA-accessible LAX-it shuttles with wheelchair ramps and low floors, accessible restrooms with extra-wide stalls and grab bars, elevators between levels, ramps at entrances, and airline wheelchair assistance with priority boarding. Both airports offer adult changing rooms and family restrooms, and Kansas City International also has a Sensory Room, Quiet Room, and Variety KC Family Play Zone. To arrange mobility assistance at either airport, contact your airline directly before the flight.
References
- Kansas City International Airport Launches New Service to Support Travelers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision | Kansas City International Airport
- Accessibility & Inclusion | Kansas City International Airport
- NOW OPEN FAQs
- The Guide to Accessibility in Los Angeles | Discover Los Angeles
- Traveler INFORMATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY | Los Angeles World Airports
- Traveler INFORMATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY | LAX
What aircraft are typically used on flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Southwest Airlines operates the most flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles, using Boeing 737-700 aircraft. Delta Air Lines flies the route with Airbus A319s, and United Express, operated by SkyWest, uses Embraer E175s.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Nonstop flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles are currently scheduled on Southwest, Delta, and United (operated by SkyWest). Delta is a SkyTeam member and United is a Star Alliance member, while Southwest belongs to no alliance; other alliances may reach Los Angeles from Kansas City via connections.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Kansas City?
Departing from Kansas City International Airport (MCI), you have two main lounge options: the Escape Lounge in Concourse A, open to all travelers for a fee or free for eligible American Express Platinum and Priority Pass card holders, and the Delta Sky Club in Concourse B, which is the only airline lounge at MCI and is for certain Delta and select SkyTeam flyers. The Escape Lounge offers a buffet with hot and cold meals, a bar with complimentary drinks, high-speed Wi-Fi, charging ports, and work facilities, while the Delta Sky Club features a full bar, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the gates and control tower, outdoor Sky Decks, and Wi-Fi. There is also a USO lounge for military personnel and veterans.
References
- Kansas City MCI Airport Lounges: A Complete Guide
- Kansas City Delta Sky Club: The Only Airline Lounge at MCI - NerdWallet
- Kansas City Intl Airport (MCI) Lounge | Escape Lounges
- Kansas City MCI Airport Lounges: What to Know - NerdWallet
- Delta Sky Club at Kansas City International Airport | Amex SG
- Kansas City International Airport [MCI]: Terminal Guide [2025]
- American Express Lounges at Kansas City International Airport | Amex US
Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same-day changes and standby are generally possible with flexible or premium fares, while basic economy and lower fare classes typically do not allow them.