Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Kansas City.
Every week, there are 30 Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your MCI to DCA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Washington DC (and then other parts of the United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating MCI to DCA flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 76.12% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCI and DCA:
Nashville Airport
St Louis Airport
Indianapolis Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight is $224. A round-trip fare right now is $447. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCI to DCA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MCI to DCA is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI's address is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansas City International Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MCI:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
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Get the best deal by booking your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Washington DC in March.
When booking your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCI to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.




