MCI (Kansas City) to VPS (Destin) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 100%. The average delay is 86 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.MCI → VPS
MCI (Kansas City) to VPS (Destin)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 100% on time vs Allegiant Air at 65%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 100% on time; Allegiant Air trails at 65%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at VPS
80% on timeWhen flights into VPS are late, the average delay is 81 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at VPS: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.