Kansas City to Newark (MCI–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCI–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and BBQ lead the route. The flight covers 1,089 miles in approximately 2h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 80 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | 7M8, E7W | 2h53-3h01 | Star Alliance | – | |
| BBQ BBQ | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Kansas City
| Metric | MCI→EWR | OMA→EWR | LNK→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCI | – | 152 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 4 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 53m | 2h 58m | 2h 32m |
| Departure OTP | 20% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCI: CDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
MCI–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCI to EWR
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from BBQ and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCI to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCI to EWR ranges from 2 hours 53 minutes to 3 hours 1 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
80 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ALB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Lincoln (LNK) and Des Moines (DSM).