LAX (Los Angeles) to MCI (Kansas City) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 88%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.LAX → MCI
LAX (Los Angeles) to MCI (Kansas City)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 88% vs Southwest Airlines at 85%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 88% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 85%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LAX
82% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LAX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MCI
81% on timeWhen flights into MCI are late, the average delay is 65 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCI: TSA is ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.