You Said: Dallas to Kansas City, As the Crow Flies...or a Plane Rides? ✈️
So, you're itching to ditch the ten-gallon hat and sweet tea for some jazz and barbecue, huh?
Well, fret no more, friend, because we're here to answer the age-old question (well, maybe not that old) of how far it is between Dallas, Texas and Kansas City, Missouri by plane.
Now, before you dust off your Lewis and Clark compass and head out west (it's actually not west, but let's not get bogged down in geography right now), there's a much easier way to tackle this little trip: flying! cue dramatic music as we take to the friendly skies
Bird's-Eye View: How Far Is It Really?
Alright, alright, enough with the theatrics. You want the nitty-gritty. As the crow flies (or perhaps a more appropriate bird for Texas, the roadrunner flies), the distance between Dallas and Kansas City is about 460 miles. That's roughly the same distance as a marathon and a half, but without the whole sweating-and-chafing bit (unless you're stuck in a middle seat – no judgement here).
But Planes Don't Fly Straight Lines... Do They?
Actually, no, they don't. Flights take all sorts of considerations into account, like wind speed and air traffic control. So the actual distance you'll travel can vary a bit, but it's usually somewhere between 460 and 500 miles.
How Long Does This Birdie Flight Take?
The good news is, you won't be in the air for longer than you'd care to be stuck in a bad traffic jam. Most flights between Dallas and Kansas City clock in at around 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Plenty of time to sip on a beverage, snack on some pretzels, and maybe even catch a quick in-flight movie (though we can't guarantee it'll be a blockbuster).
So, the next time you're hankering for some Kansas City barbecue (and let's be honest, who isn't?), you can rest assured that it's just a quick hop, skip, and a jump (or rather, a taxi, security check, and airplane ride) away.
Bonus Tip: While you're at it, pack your stretchy pants. Those portions in Kansas City are no joke!
