Houston to Kansas City (IAH–MCI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–MCI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 645 miles in approximately 2h 7m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM, EK, NZ | 46 | 319, 320, 73G, 7M9, E7W | 2h03-2h16 | Star Alliance | CM, EK, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Kansas City from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MCI | HOU→MCI | AUS→MCI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | 35 | 51 |
| Flight time | 2h 7m | 1h 55m | 1h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MCI: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–MCI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MCI
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MCI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MCI is about 2 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 645 miles (1,038 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 65 return, totaling 131 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, San Antonio and St. Louis Lambert. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).