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

Leawood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Leawood

With a population of 31,867, Leawood is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Leawood deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Leawood

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rye - Leawood (10551 Mission Road) and Room 39 - Leawood (10561 Mission Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Hereford House - Leawood (5001 Town Center Drive) and Hallbrook Country Club (11200 Overbrook Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Leawood.

When to visit Leawood

Leawood in December
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leawood in December
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Leawood

Plane

When flying to Leawood, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Leawood departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Leawood is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 8 miles from Leawood. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leawood, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Dallas, the bus ride to Leawood takes 570 miles and will cost you around $320. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 675 miles.

Plane

When flying to Leawood, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Leawood departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Leawood is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 8 miles from Leawood. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leawood, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Dallas, the bus ride to Leawood takes 570 miles and will cost you around $320. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 675 miles.

Airports near Leawood

MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown

Airlines serving Leawood

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,963 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Leawood

Most booked hotels in Leawood

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Loews Kansas City Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 579 reviews)
$220+
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WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 313 reviews)
$163+
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The Fontaine
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 740 reviews)
$178+
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Kansas City Marriott Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 458 reviews)
$175+
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Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 231 reviews)
$216+
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Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1052 reviews)
$144+
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Renting a car in Leawood

Renting a car in Leawood costs $35 per day, on average, or $71 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Leawood.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Leawood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Leawood is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Leawood costs $35 per day, on average, or $71 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Leawood.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Leawood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Leawood is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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