Kansas City travel guide

Kansas City Tourism | Kansas City Guide

You're Going to Love Kansas City

With a population of 142,630, Kansas City is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kansas City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kansas City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Taco Republic (500 County Line Rd.) and The Mason Jar - KC (941 N 74th Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Kansas City

Kansas City in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kansas City in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kansas City

Plane

When flying to Kansas City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from Denver and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 4 miles from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kansas City using Tornado Bus or Greyhound. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Kansas City takes 375 miles and will cost you around $250. From Minneapolis, the ticket costs about $155 for a journey of 565 miles. The most popular bus station is Kansas City 4753 Parallel Pkwy, located 3 miles from downtown Kansas City. Kansas City 47th & State Ave Metrocenter Southbound Lane is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Kansas City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kansas City departs from Denver and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kansas City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 4 miles from Kansas City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kansas City using Tornado Bus or Greyhound. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Kansas City takes 375 miles and will cost you around $250. From Minneapolis, the ticket costs about $155 for a journey of 565 miles. The most popular bus station is Kansas City 4753 Parallel Pkwy, located 3 miles from downtown Kansas City. Kansas City 47th & State Ave Metrocenter Southbound Lane is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Kansas City

Airlines serving Kansas City

Lufthansa
Good (4,681 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,254 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,585 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,981 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,753 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (526 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,582 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,548 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,358 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (189 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kansas City

Most booked hotels in Kansas City

Loews Kansas City Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 942 reviews)
$271+
The Fontaine
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 760 reviews)
$187+
21c Museum Hotel Kansas City
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 446 reviews)
$152+
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 226 reviews)
$203+
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 222 reviews)
$125+
Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 42 reviews)
$216+

Renting a car in Kansas City

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kansas City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Kansas City is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kansas City costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Kansas City.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kansas City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Kansas City is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.