Kansas City airport (MCI)

Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.

 
 

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Kansas City airport (MCI)
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Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which opened a single, state-of-the-art terminal in February 2023, is the region’s primary airport serving Missouri and Kansas. It operates as a key base for Southwest Airlines and offers a broad network of domestic flights as well as international routes to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

Official Website: flykci.com

Information Phone: +1 816 243 5237.

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Terminal

The airport operates a single, new terminal, open 24 hours, featuring two connected concourses and a total of 40 gates.

Annual Passenger Traffic: 12.1 million passengers in 2024.

Information Points

The main information desk is located on the arrivals level in the main hall. In addition, the airport has a volunteer program (“KCI Ambassadors”), recognizable by their uniforms, who provide assistance throughout the terminal.

 Location

The airport is located 32 km (20 miles) northwest from Kansas City.

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What services does Kansas City airport (MCI) facilities include

The airport has ATMs and Wi-Fi access free of charge. The terminals provide business centres, and the Marriott hotel situated on the grounds offers meeting rooms.

Food and Drinks

There are several restaurants, coffee shops, bars and fast food outlets inside the terminals.

Shopping

Gift shops, clothing, newsagents, sports, electronics, accessories.

Baggage

For enquiries about items lost in the public area, call Tel +1 816 243 5237.

Other Services

Baby changing facilities.

 

Car rental agencies

Car rental offices are located near the economy parking lot. Agencies share a complimentary shuttle to and from the terminals.

Ace/Fox/Payless (Tel +1 816 464 2100 - Sunday to Friday from 6:00 am to 0:00 am, Saturday from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm)
Alamo (Tel +1 816 464 5151 - 6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Avis (Tel +1 816 243 5760 - Sunday to Friday from 7:30 am to 11:45 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am to 9:45 pm)
Budget (Tel +1 816 243 5757 - Sunday to Friday from 7:30 am to 11:45 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am to 9:45 pm)
Dollar (Tel +1 800 800 4000 - 7:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Enterprise (Tel +1 816 464 2500 - 6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Hertz (Tel +1 816 243 5765 - Sunday to Friday from 6:00 am to 11:30 pm, Saturday from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm)
National (Tel +1 816 243 5770 - 6:00 am to 0:00 am)
Thrifty (Tel +1 816 464 5600 - 7:00 am to 8:00 pm)

 

Parking services at Kansas City airport (MCI)

The enclosure has several short- and long-term areas and charging stations for electric vehicles. Valet parking service around the clock in front of Terminal B, next to gate 40. Next to the entrance to the grounds, there is a passenger pick-up zone (Cell Phone Waiting Lot) which is free for 45 min. More information: Tel +1 816 243 5870. Rates

Garages B & C - Multi-storey facilities across from the corresponding terminals, connected through walkways.
Circle Parking - Outdoor areas situated between the main buildings. Red buses transport passengers to and from the terminals 24 hours a day.
Economy B & C - Long-term sectors near the airport entrance. Blue and red shuttles run to the terminals every 20-30 minutes.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Facilities include access ramps, lifts, adapted telephones and restrooms, Braille signage, designated parking spaces and relief areas for service animals. Shuttle buses at the airport are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility. Wheelchairs should be requested from the individual airlines in advance.

 
 

Latest updates: November 13, 2025