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Kansas City Intl Airport (MCI)
Address:
1 Nassau Circle,
Kansas City,
MO,
64153,
United States
Phone:
(1) 816-464-6200
Location Type:
Corporate
Hours of Operation:
Sun - Fri 7:30 AM - 1:00 AM; Sat 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.
Proceed outside the baggage claim area to the Rent-A-Car Shuttle Bus Stop located at the center median. The Grey & Black Rental Car Shuttle Bus will stop to take you to the Customer Service Building.
TIME allowed for bus ride: 5-8 minutes
WALKING DISTANCE from rental counter to car lot: 50-400 feet.
Kansas City Airport Car Rental Information
When you rent a car at Kansas City International Airport, choose Avis for an excellent experience. We’re located right at the airport so that your MCI car rental is quick and easy. Try using the Avis app to save even more time and lock in your rental before you get to the counter.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Kansas City, MO?
An underage surcharge of $27 per day applies to renters from the ages of 21 to 24, and there are some restrictions on the type of vehicle you can rent. For anyone 25 or older, the surcharge and restrictions do not apply.
MCI Rental Car Return
Time to return your MCI car rental to Avis? As you enter the airport grounds, follow signs for Rental Car Return. You can find our address above, as well as other contact information and helpful tips for Avis Preferred renters.
What is the best type of car to rent in Kansas City?
Avis has a wide selection of vehicles, so you can get the best one for your needs and preferences. From SUVs for outdoor adventures to luxury cars for stylish travel, you’ll find the car you need for your Kansas City trip at Avis.
With a passenger van rental that seats 12 or 15, you can transport a large group anywhere they need to go. You’ll want you to try the best Kansas City BBQ, so take your group to Q39 or to Slap’s BBQ.
If you have a family with small children consider renting a minivan. In a model like the Honda Odyssey or the Kia Sedona, you can easily transport as many as seven passengers across Kansas City or from state to state.
For simple transportation, easy parking, and great gas mileage consider a sedan. From compact to full-size cars, there’s a variety to choose from.
Road Trip From Kansas City Airport
Kansas City, MO is the perfect place to start a road trip to just about anywhere. From Civil War locations to wineries to unique museums, there are plenty of things to do and see, and places to visit that are just a short drive from MCI airport. Read more...
An SUV can handle a sizeable amount of passengers and luggage. With more cargo space, you can keep your group together and carry all of their gear up to Cedar Lake Park.
If you’re coming to Kansas City for business or a longer stay, you’ll need a monthly car rental to get around every day, and Avis has you covered. Get our best rates when you rent for up to 11 months.
Grab a convertible rental from Avis so you can put the top down and drive to the old-school jazz club, Green Lady Lounge. Take in the unique nightlife to feel like you’re somewhere new.
Kansas City International Airport Travel FAQs
Initially, the Kansas City International Airport was called the Mid-Continent International Airport. MCI was the airport code assigned to the airport under its original name. Additionally, U.S. airports are not allowed to use N, K, or W as the first letter of an airport code. (Source)
Yes. The Kansas City International Airport is one of the largest airports in the United States, serving millions of passengers annually. The expansive airport offers both international and domestic flights. (Source)
After a major new terminal building opened in 2023, the Kansas City International Airport now has only one terminal. The terminal is split into two concourses, which passengers can walk between. There are moving walkways to speed up travel between concourses. (Source)
It’s about 20 miles from MCI to downtown Kansas City. After picking up your rental, it generally takes around 25 minutes to drive downtown. However, if you’re traveling from downtown Kansas City to the airport, Avis can help you avoid expensive long-term parking fees with a one-way car rental from our downtown Kansas location.
Contrary to popular belief, the Kansas City International Airport has never had the airport code KCI. In fact, U.S. airports are not permitted to have airport codes with K, N, or W as the first letter. So while some Kansas City locals may refer to the airport as KCI, its official airport code is MCI. (Source)