MCI (Kansas City) to OAK (Oakland) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 73%. The average delay is 46 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MCI → OAK
MCI (Kansas City) to OAK (Oakland)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at OAK
82% on timeWhen flights into OAK are late, the average delay is 52 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at OAK: TSA is ~5 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.