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 Air France, Delta and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 40m.

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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Platte City, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Dallas, the bus ride to Platte City 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 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 Air France, Delta and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 40m.

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.

Bus

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

Airports near Platte City

MCIKansas City
MKCKansas City Downtown

Airlines serving Platte City

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 Platte City

Most booked hotels in Platte City

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Hampton Inn Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 241 reviews)
$125+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton - Leavenworth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 196 reviews)
$149+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 120 reviews)
$148+
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Basswood Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 339 reviews)
$79+
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Leavenworth Local Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 181 reviews)
$117+
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Super 8 By Wyndham Platte City/Kci Airport North
2 stars
Good (7.5, 214 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Platte City

Renting a car in Platte City costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Platte City.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Platte City costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Platte City.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

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