Kansas City International Airport (IATA: MCI), was originally called Mid-Continent International Airport. The facility is classed as a public airport, which is located around 15 miles to the northwest of Kansas City’s business district. During the year of 2008 10,469,892 passengers passed through this airport. 49 nonstop destinations are available here.

The terminal is conveniently located right near major highways, such as interstate 29 and also interstate 435. The location is 15 miles from the downtown area, so you may want to consider a car rental in Kansas City Airport, especially as there is a lack of other transportation choices.

In the airport an American Admiral’s Club lounge is set in terminal C. Access can be by the day or membership, it costs US $50 per day. If you need to sleep near Kansas City Airport, there are numerous hotels that provide free shuttle bus services, including Sleep Inn, Residence Inn, Hyatt Place and also Four Points Sheraton.

Car rental in Kansas City Airport is provided via a consolidated rental car facility, which is located where London, Paris and Bern streets intercept. Moreover, each terminal has shuttle bus stops for rental cars; saving passengers even more time. A car is definitely worth considering in this area.

Rental car arranged, you can check out the American Royal Barbecue, if you are lucky enough to be here for their annual event. This event attracts thousands of amateur cooks, all wanting to show off their sauces each year. Livestock shows combined with the PRCA Pro Rodeo are sure to bring out your inner cowboy.