JFK (New York) to MCI (Kansas City) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 83%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.JFK → MCI
JFK (New York) to MCI (Kansas City)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Endeavor Air edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 83% vs 69% on time.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 83% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 69%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from JFK
78% on timeExpect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. JFK has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
JFK cancels 2.4% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MCI
80% on timeWhen flights into MCI are late, the average delay is 66 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCI: TSA is ~23 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Flying out of JFK? We'll brief you.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.