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

Platte City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Platte City

With a population of 4,691, Platte City is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Platte City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Platte City

Platte City in August
Estimated hotel price
$68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Platte City in August
Estimated hotel price
$68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Platte City

Plane

When flying to Platte City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Platte City include Aeromexico, Delta and Spirit Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Platte City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 24 miles from Platte City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

When flying to Platte City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Platte City include Aeromexico, Delta and Spirit Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from St. Louis and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Platte City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 24 miles from Platte City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Platte City

MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown

Airlines serving Platte City

Lufthansa
Good (7,218 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 (10,428 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 (8,037 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Platte City

Most booked hotels in Platte City

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Hampton Inn Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 248 reviews)
$126+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton - Leavenworth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 200 reviews)
$146+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 123 reviews)
$128+
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Basswood Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 348 reviews)
$85+
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Leavenworth Local Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 185 reviews)
$115+
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Super 8 By Wyndham Platte City/Kci Airport North
2 stars
Good (7.3, 224 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Platte City

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Platte 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 (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Platte 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 (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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