Newark to Kansas City (EWR–MCI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–MCI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,089 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 82 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | 7M8, E75L, E7W | 3h15-3h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kansas City from Newark
| Metric | EWR→MCI | TEB→MCI | LGA→MCI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 1 | 56 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 2h 41m | 2h 52m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · MCI: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Kansas City.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–MCI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to MCI
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to MCI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to MCI ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,089 miles (1,753 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
82 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).