Direct flights from New Orleans to Kansas City
4 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from MSY to MCI.
Flight time: about 1h37m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in New Orleans local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA1848 | 10:44a | 1h32m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA1848 | 10:54a | 1h56m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA1848 | 11:11a | 1h31m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA866 | 3:11p | 1h42m | Sun |
SouthwestThe route
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Nonstop from New Orleans (MSY) to Kansas City (MCI)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has 4 nonstop flights a week to Kansas City (MCI), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MSY and you're there.
This route flies on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Kansas City?
The nonstop flight from New Orleans (MSY) to Kansas City (MCI) takes about 1h37m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from New Orleans to Kansas City?
Driving from New Orleans to Kansas City takes about 12h 44m, covering roughly 849 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h37m.