Kansas City to Austin (MKC–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Kansas City to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 641 mi 3h 41m nonstop -2h behind 35 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MKC and AUS, connecting options are available through 35 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MKC to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
STL ~4h 21m MSY ~4h 49m BNA ~5h 13m HOU ~5h 19m OKC ~5h 35m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
200
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MKC → AUS
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
50%
Return
AUS → MKC
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. AUS delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Austin from Kansas City

Nearby airports with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Metric MKC→AUS MCI→AUS LNK→AUS
Distance from MKC – 14 mi 165 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 35 1
Flight time 3h 41m 2h 1h 37m
Kansas City (MCI) to Austin flights · Lincoln (LNK) to Austin flights
Airports within 200 miles of MKC with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Austin is 2 hours behind Kansas City.
MKC: EDT · AUS: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 4:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
641 mi / 1,031 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 41m.
Getting from AUS

CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.

Austin Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.

Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

MKC–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kansas City to Austin route.
Route details
Distance641 mi / 1,031 km
Flight time3h 41m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: MKC
Full nameCharles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
IATA / ICAOMKC / KMKC
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vincennes
Elevation759 ft / 231 m
Destination: AUS
Full nameAustin Bergstrom International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUS / KAUS
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr21.4M
Elevation542 ft / 165 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MKC to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 3h 41m. The route covers 641 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MKC to AUS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, MSY, BNA, HOU, OKC, SAT, MEM, IND, BHM, FWA, DEN, ORD, RDU, SRQ, CHS, LAS, PHX, MCO, PSP, SLC, YYZ, TUS, BWI, EWR, SNA, BZN, SAN, PHL, IAD, MIA, LAX, FLL, YEG, DAL and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Austin is 2 hours behind Kansas City.
Yes, return flights from AUS to MKC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCI and LNK. 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 MKC to AUS

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MKC to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MKC to AUS ranges from 3 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 641 miles (1,031 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI) and Lincoln (LNK).