Kansas City to Los Angeles (MCI–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MCI–LAX is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,361 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 19 | 737, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 3h07-3h30 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, MU, VS, WS | 13 | 319 | 3h25-3h28 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, MU, VS, WS | |
| UA United Airlines | 8 | 7M9, E7W | 3h25-3h44 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| BBQ BBQ | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Kansas City
| Metric | MCI→LAX | OMA→LAX | LNK→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCI | – | 152 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 12 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 93 | 34 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 38m | 2h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCI: CDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
MCI–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCI to LAX
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and American Airlines. With 93 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCI to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCI to LAX is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,361 miles (2,190 km). There are approximately 93 weekly flights outbound and 101 return, totaling 194 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Harry Reid and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Lincoln (LNK) and Salina (SLN).