Kansas City to New York (MCI–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCI–JFK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,110 miles in approximately 2h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 80 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: LY, SK | 7 | CR9 | 3h04 | SkyTeam | LY, SK | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Kansas City
| Metric | MCI→JFK | OMA→JFK | SLN→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCI | – | 152 mi | 162 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 59m | 2h 16m | 1h 33m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCI: CDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
MCI–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCI to JFK
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MCI to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCI to JFK ranges from 2 hours 59 minutes to 3 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,110 miles (1,786 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
80 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via OKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA) and Salina (SLN).