LGA (New York) to MCI (Kansas City) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 87%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.LGA → MCI
LGA (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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 87% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 87% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 73%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LGA
79% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LGA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
LGA cancels 3.1% 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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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.