Shortest Flight
American Airlines
3 Sep, Thu
Kansas City – Houston
4h 11m
1 stop
MCI–IAH
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Quick Flight Summary from Kansas City to Houston
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $ 328
- Direct flight duration 4 hour 11 min
- Arrival airports IAH / HOU
- Best days to book Thursday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $ 373
Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Houston
Delta Air Lines
12 Sep, Sat
Kansas City – Houston
5h
1 stop
MCI–HOU
American Airlines
8 Sep, Tue
Kansas City – Houston
5h 44m
1 stop
MCI–IAH
American Airlines
6 Sep, Sun
Kansas City – Houston
6h 7m
1 stop
MCI–HOU
Last update: 03 September 2026 00:26
Estimated Prices for Kansas City to Houston Flights
Cheapest Day3 September Thursday
Best Price
$ 312
Average Price
$ 313
$ 314
$ 312
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Transportation to Airport from Kansas City City Center
Kansas City Intl. - Mid Continent Intl. Airport
To get to Kansas City International Airport from the city center, you can take a taxi or book a shuttle service at the airport. If you want to keep your transportation cost to a minimum, you can choose Metro Bus. For those who do not want to give up on comfort, there is a car / limousine rental option.
Taxi
In Kansas City, the taxi fares start at 2.5 dollar and an additional 2.10 dollar is added for every mile. By taxi you can reach the airport in 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
Car Rental
It is possible to easily get to the airport by agreeing with one of the many car / limousine rental companies in the city center. To get to the airport by car you must follow the I-29 N road. Under normal conditions, you can reach the airport in less than half an hour.
Metro Bus
You can go directly to the airport by metro bus which you will get from the city center. The ticket price is 1.5 dollar but only cash and a monthly card are accepted so be sure that you have coins with you.
Shuttle Service
There are 20 different shuttle service companies carrying passengers to the airport. You must make a reservation in advance for these services, which pick passengers from different parts of the city. Your hotel can help you with this. You can reach details and contact information about Shuttle services online.
Airport Information
Kansas City International Airport, originally the Mid-Continent International Airport, is located 15 miles northwest of the city center. It has a free Wi-Fi network in every area of the airport which is serving with 3 terminals and designed as a 3-leaf flower.
The airport, which hosts more than 10 million passengers a year, serves a number of shops for passengers who want to spend their time shopping and have a large number of places to eat.
Transportation to Houston City Center from Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Houston rapidly developed shortly after its establishment due to the discovery of oil reserves in the city and today it is one of the largest and most developed cities in the United States. Due to the port located in the city, Houston provides services to many international cargo ships and is home to a significant portion of NASA’s space exploration.
Public transportation in Houston is provided by the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, or METRO. Although the city spans a large geographical area, buses provide easy access to almost every region. The METRO light rail system provides convenient transportation throughout the city. Houston also features a lot of bike paths that were put in place to both relieve the city of traffic and as an important social awareness element to prevent environmental pollution and attract attention to a healthy lifestyle.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. The airport offers several different transportation alternatives to get to the city center, including taxis, rental cars, buses, and shuttle services.
Taxi
Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center. Airport taxis operate 24 hours a day with tariff surcharges that apply between 8 pm and 6 am. Taxis are accessible from the arrivals level of terminals A, B, C, and E. A taxi from the airport to the city center takes about 30 minutes. For more detailed information on taxi fares please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Bus
Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Houston Airport is by bus. METRO bus line 102 provides transportation from the airport to the METRO station downtown, with various stops along the way. The total trip takes about 1.5 hours. The bus stop is located at Terminal C, on the baggage claim level on the south side of the terminal. There are other bus routes that also provide transportation from the airport to other regions in Texas, such as Galveston, Easterwood Airport and Jack Brooks Regional Airport. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Shuttle Services
Shuttle services are a great method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. Houston Airport offers a variety of shuttle services, including courtesy shuttles and hotel shuttles. Shuttles depart from the arrivals level of Terminals A, B, C, and E. To access these shuttles follow the signs that read ‘Ground Transportation’ to the exit and from there follow the signs that read “Hotel Shuttles” and “Parking Shuttles”. For more information about shuttle services please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Rental Car
Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center from Houston Airport. It is also a comfortable option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies are located at the Rental Car Center, just 5 minutes away from the airport terminals. Shuttles provide transportation from the terminals to the Rental Car Center, just follow the signs that read “Rental Car”. The shuttles to the Rental Car Center are blue and white. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. For more information on rental car companies and rates please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Airport Information
George Bush Intercontinental Airport, also referred to as Houston Airport, is located 37 km from downtown Houston. Houston Airport operates passenger services out of 5 terminals that are connected to each other by the TerminaLink train, which is for passengers only, and an underground train, that everyone has access to. Houston Airport offers passengers a variety of services to meet their basic needs and services that could be considered more unique. The airport contains ATMs, free Wi-Fi, charging stations, currency exchange services, vending machines, a lost and found, mail services, restaurants, cafes, bars, and stores. Houston Airport also features shoeshine services and pet relief areas.
Houston Airport aims to provide a relaxing yet fun environment for passengers once they’ve landed or as they wait for their flight. Stores where passengers can go shopping include ATU Duty Free and Dufry Tax & Duty Free stores, Bayou city Travelmart, Americana, Automated Kiosks for Benefit Cosmetics, Best Buy Express, and AT&T, as well as Brooks Brothers, Bluewire, Brookstone, City Point, Corsa Collections, Dylan’s candy Bar, Eddie Bauer, eSavvy, Headphone Hub, Hugo Boss, Johnston & Murphy, and more.
There are also a rich variety of restaurants and cafes offering delicious international cuisine. Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Auntie Anne’s, Barcuterie, Belgian Beer Café, Blaze Pizza, Bullritos, Café Adobe, Camden food co., Center Bar, Chili’s Too, Dunkin’ Donuts, La Salsa, Le Grand Comptoir, Panda Express, Republic, Starbucks, Subway, Upper Crust, Urban Crave, Wendy’s, and Zori Bistro.
William P. Hobby Airport
Houston rapidly developed shortly after its establishment due to the discovery of oil reserves in the city and today it is one of the largest and most developed cities in the United States. Due to the port located in the city, Houston provides services to many international cargo ships and is home to a significant portion of NASA’s space exploration.
Public transportation in Houston is provided by the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, or METRO. Although the city spans a large geographical area, buses provide easy access to almost every region. The METRO light rail system provides convenient transportation throughout the city. Houston also features a lot of bike paths that were put in place to both relieve the city of traffic and as an important social awareness element to prevent environmental pollution and attract attention to a healthy lifestyle.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. The airport offers several different transportation alternatives to get to the city center, including taxis, rental cars, buses, and shuttle services.
Taxi
Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center. Airport taxis operate 24 hours a day with tariff surcharges that apply between 8 pm and 6 am. Taxis are accessible from the arrivals level of terminals A, B, C, and E. A taxi from the airport to the city center takes about 30 minutes. For more detailed information on taxi fares please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Bus
Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Houston Airport is by bus. METRO bus line 102 provides transportation from the airport to the METRO station downtown, with various stops along the way. The total trip takes about 1.5 hours. The bus stop is located at Terminal C, on the baggage claim level on the south side of the terminal. There are other bus routes that also provide transportation from the airport to other regions in Texas, such as Galveston, Easterwood Airport and Jack Brooks Regional Airport. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Shuttle Services
Shuttle services are a great method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. Houston Airport offers a variety of shuttle services, including courtesy shuttles and hotel shuttles. Shuttles depart from the arrivals level of Terminals A, B, C, and E. To access these shuttles follow the signs that read ‘Ground Transportation’ to the exit and from there follow the signs that read “Hotel Shuttles” and “Parking Shuttles”. For more information about shuttle services please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Rental Car
Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center from Houston Airport. It is also a comfortable option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies are located at the Rental Car Center, just 5 minutes away from the airport terminals. Shuttles provide transportation from the terminals to the Rental Car Center, just follow the signs that read “Rental Car”. The shuttles to the Rental Car Center are blue and white. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. For more information on rental car companies and rates please visit Houston Airport’s website.
Houston Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Wednesday
2 Sep
35°26°
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Thursday
3 Sep
36°26°
Friday
4 Sep
33°26°
Saturday
5 Sep
34°25°
Sunday
6 Sep
36°25°
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Which airports can I use for Kansas City-Houston flights?
Which airports can I use for Kansas City-Houston flights?
For Kansas City-Houston flights, you can use Kansas City Intl. - Mid Continent Intl. Airport as departure airport, and George Bush Intercontinental Airport, William P. Hobby Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kansas City-Houston and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kansas City-Houston and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Kansas City-Houston is 1057 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Kansas City-Houston flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Kansas City-Houston flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Kansas City-Houston flights is Tuesday.
Kansas City-Houston: which airline is better value on this route?
Kansas City-Houston: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with American Airlines starts from approximately $ 312.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 American Airlines | $ 312 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment |
 Delta Air Lines | $ 314 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 25.08.2026
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