Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Beijing: what you need to know
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Kansas City.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from MCI to Beijing.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MCI to Beijing. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You will need an embassy visa for China if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
MCI is around 32 kilometres from central Kansas City. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near MCI? If you've booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Beijing
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing is ج.م. 36,236. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 81,599. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCI to Beijing if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Central Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from MCI to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing. To avoid the crowds, travel to Beijing in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MCI to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
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