Airport Comparison
| MKC | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | MKC | SLC |
| ICAO Code | KMKC | KSLC |
| City | Kansas City | Salt Lake City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 757 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.120000, -94.590000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Kansas City (MKC) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in Kansas City, United States to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 1,491 kilometers (927 miles / 805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Kansas City, it's 11:40 in Salt Lake City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,474 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kansas City (MKC) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.