Newark to Kansas City (EWR–MKC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Newark to Kansas City
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 1,085 mi 3h 15m nonstop -1h behind 55 1-stop hubs

EWR–MKC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,085 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 55 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EWR–MKC service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 – – 85% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to MKC.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
55
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
235
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kansas City from Newark

Nearby airports with service to Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport.
Metric EWR→MKC PHL→MKC
Distance from EWR – 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 3h 15m 1h 38m
Departure OTP 85% –
Philadelphia (PHL) to Kansas City flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Kansas City is 1 hour behind Newark.
EWR: EDT · MKC: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Kansas City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,085 mi / 1,747 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 15m.
Getting to EWR

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.

Facts

EWR–MKC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Kansas City route.
Route details
Distance1,085 mi / 1,747 km
Flight time3h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections55 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: MKC
Full nameCharles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
IATA / ICAOMKC / KMKC
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation759 ft / 231 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to MKC flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport take approximately 3h 15m. The route covers 1,085 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from EWR to MKC.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYZ, PIT, BWI, PHL, TUL, MDW, BUF, RIC, RDU, GSO, PWK, CLT, CHS, IAD, STL, BDL, TYS, BNA, HOU, OMA, BOS, MKE, ORD, MSP, DAL, FLL, ATL, BGR, ASE, SUA, MCO, MIA, SRQ, PBI, RSW, LAS, BFI, PHX, SLC, TUS, LAX, PSP, SJD, SEA, SNA, LGB, YVR, ANC, IAH, PMO, DEN, IND, SMF, DFW and AUS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kansas City is 1 hour behind Newark.
Yes, return flights from MKC to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PHL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from EWR to MKC

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

EWR to MKC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to MKC ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,085 miles (1,747 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

55 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YYZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Philadelphia (PHL).