Direct flights from Kansas City to New Orleans
6 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from MCI to MSY.
Flight time: about 1h32m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Kansas City local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA609 | 2:36p | 1h30m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA2577 | 2:42p | 1h37m | Tue–Wed |
| Southwest SWA2577 | 4:00p | 1h32m | Thu–Fri |
| Southwest SWA2577 | 4:06p | 1h31m | Mon |
SouthwestThe route
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Nonstop from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY)
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) has 6 nonstop flights a week to New Orleans (MSY), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MCI and you're there.
This route flies on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Kansas City to New Orleans?
The nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY) takes about 1h32m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Kansas City to New Orleans?
Driving from Kansas City to New Orleans takes about 12h 44m, covering roughly 849 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h32m.