Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Kansas City, where Kansas City International Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from MCI to Tokyo, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from MCI to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a passport from United States and are travelling to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Kansas City, MCI can be reached in about 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near MCI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo is Rs123,786. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs228,911. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCI to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from MCI to Tokyo. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 58 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from MCI to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo. June is the most popular month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from MCI to Tokyo sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After locking in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Tokyo and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Kansas City International Airport to Tokyo.