Airport Name
Kansas City International Airport
Airport Location
The airport is located 20 miles northwest of Kansas City.
Terminals
3
IATA Code
MCI
Telephone
816 243 5237
Airport Overview
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is situated 15 miles (24km) northwest of central Kansas City. It was originally called the Mid-Continent International Airport, hence its IATA code. Currently the airport serves more than 10 million passengers per year with non-stop flights to 49 destinations.
Flights to Kansas City International arrive from airports such as Denver, Washington, Boston, New York, Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Salt Lake City, Atlanta and Florida. The airport has three terminals, although there is currently a plan to build a central, connecting terminal building by 2025.
Kansas City International has been rated consistently as one of the best airports in North America, so you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the level of efficiency during your time there. If, for some reason, you’re stuck for a while, there are more than enough restaurants and stores to keep you busy, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal buildings.
The atmosphere is friendly in this bustling airport, and there’ll always be somebody ready to offer assistance should you need it.
Terminal Transfer
The airport provides a free bus service between the terminals – the red bus service. Outside each of the terminal buildings there is a designated bus stop, with buses leaving every ten minutes.
Getting into Town
Train: There is no rail connection to Kansas City.
Bus: The metro bus services operate from the airport during weekdays. Fares cost $1.50 one way, and there is a reduced rate for seniors, children and disabled passengers.
Taxi: Taxis can be organized using the courtesy telephones. Fares are set at a rate of $2.50, and then $2.10 for every mile. Shuttle services are also available, but these need to be organized prior to arrival.
Car Parking
There are three parking garages, one located at each terminal. There’s also parking available outside the terminal buildings, and an exclusively long-term economy parking area is available further out. Garage parking costs $1 for the first half hour, and $3 per hour, up to a maximum of $20 per day. The outside circle car park has the same pricing system, but charges a maximum of $13 per day.
The economy car park is situated at the edge of the airport grounds. It’s able to house more than 7,000 vehicles, and costs $6 per day. There is a free shuttle service that caters specifically to this car park – the Blue Bus service. Buses run 24 hours per day, leaving every 15 minutes from the car park. The ride to the terminals from the car park takes about 15 minutes.
Information Desks
There are no information desks in the terminal areas, although there are Airport Ambassadors – volunteers who assist passengers with questions and provide directions. They are easily spotted by their red blazers. Courtesy telephones dotted around may also be used to get any information you may need.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: There are two ATMs in each of the terminals.
Luggage: There are no left luggage facilities due to security concerns. If you’ve lost luggage, contact the airline involved.
Conference and business: There is a Delta Crown Room Club in Terminal B which has conference facilities available. There is also an American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal C.
Shopping: Although nothing inspired, there are more than enough stores to find anything you need. In Terminal A you can get gifts and souvenirs at KC Marketplace, or find something to read at CNBC News and Gifts. Terminal B also has these outlets as well as Mi Music Box, PGA Tour Shop, Shine on the Go, and Plaza News and Books. Terminal C has a Mi Music Box outlet and a CNBC News and Gifts shop.
Food and drink: Each of the terminal buildings offer a range of goodies to keep your taste buds satisfied. In Terminal A, you can treat yourself to a cup of coffee and a snack at Cinnabon To-Go, Quiznos, or Starbucks. If you’re in the mood for a full meal and a cold beer, then head to Home Turf Sports Bar & Grill.
Terminal B offers you a choice of fast foods at Burger King or Starbucks, otherwise there’s a variety of bars and restaurants to choose from, including Great Steak and Potato Company, Boulevard Brewery, Sbarro or Jose Cuervo’s Tequileria.
At Terminal C you’ll be able to grab a bite at either the Budweiser Stadium Club or at Starbucks.
Other facilities: Kansas City International provides signage in Braille, and service dog relief areas.
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminals.
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