Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kansas City travel guide

Kansas City Tourism | Kansas City Guide

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
Activities•Other

When to visit Kansas City

Kansas City in January
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kansas City in January
Estimated hotel price
$113
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 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kansas City include Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 7 km from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

When flying to Kansas City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kansas City include Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 7 km from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Kansas City

MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown

Airlines serving Kansas City

Lufthansa
Good (8,128 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,104 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,998 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,656 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,521 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,826 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Kansas City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Kansas City - At The Legends By IHG and Candlewood Suites Kansas City Speedway By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kansas City

Most booked hotels in Kansas City

See all
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1017 reviews)
$110+
View
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 514 reviews)
$204+
View
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 68 reviews)
$186+
View
La Quinta Inn & Suites Kansas City Beacon Hill
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1710 reviews)
$105+
View
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 816 reviews)
$154+
View
Wyndham Garden Kansas City Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1197 reviews)
$115+
View

Renting a car in Kansas City

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Kansas City.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Kansas City is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa Note or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Kansas City.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Kansas City is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa Note or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Find car rentals in Kansas City