MCI (Kansas City) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MCI → DEN
MCI (Kansas City) to DEN (Denver)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 68%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 92% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MCI
80% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCI has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~23 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DEN
78% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.