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Kansas City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kansas City

With a population of 142,630, Kansas City is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kansas City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Kansas City

Premier Shooting Range, Firearm Training and Retailer
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Where to Eat in Kansas City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Taco Republic (500 County Line Rd.) and The Mason Jar - KC (941 N 74th Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Kansas City

Kansas City in December
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kansas City in December
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kansas City

Plane

When flying to Kansas City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kansas City include Aeromexico, Delta and Spirit Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 4 miles from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kansas City 4753 Parallel Pkwy, located 3 miles from downtown Kansas City. Kansas City 47th & State Ave Metrocenter Southbound Lane is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Kansas City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kansas City include Aeromexico, Delta and Spirit Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 4 miles from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kansas City 4753 Parallel Pkwy, located 3 miles from downtown Kansas City. Kansas City 47th & State Ave Metrocenter Southbound Lane is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Kansas City

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Airlines serving Kansas City

Lufthansa
Good (7,216 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,374 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,661 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,959 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,842 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,866 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,289 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,424 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,743 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,251 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (269 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,169 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,036 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kansas City

Most booked hotels in Kansas City

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Loews Kansas City Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 597 reviews)
$228+
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Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 761 reviews)
$107+
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The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 271 reviews)
$237+
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The Fontaine
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 760 reviews)
$190+
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Kansas City Marriott Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 468 reviews)
$191+
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Wyndham Garden Kansas City Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 983 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Kansas City

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $82 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kansas City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kansas City, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $82 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kansas City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kansas City, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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