Distance from Portland to Kansas City by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Portland (OR) to Kansas City (MO) is 1494 miles or 2404 kilometers or 1297 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Portland to Kansas City is 1798 miles (2895 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 304 miles or 491 km.

Flight distance from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Portland and Kansas City is 1494 miles or 2404 km.
The nearest airport to Portland, is Portland International Airport (PDX) and the nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI).

What is the average flight time from Portland to Kansas City?

Flight time from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO is 3 hours 26 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Portland to Kansas City Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Portland, OR and Kansas City, MO
This map shows the distance from Portland, OR, Usa to Kansas City, MO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Portland, Oregon to Kansas City, Missouri is displayed below.

Driving distance from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO

The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to Kansas City, Missouri is 1798 miles or 2895 km.
The total driving distance from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO is 1798 miles or 2895 kilometers. Your trip begins in Portland, Oregon. It ends in Kansas City, Missouri.
The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to Kansas City, Missouri is approximately 1798 miles (2895 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 30 to 31 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO

How long is the drive from Portland, OR to Kansas City, MO?
The total driving time is 30 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Portland to Kansas City take?
Portland and Kansas City are 30 hours 46 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Portland and Kansas City

Time difference between Portland (OR) and Kansas City (MO) is 2 Hours.
Kansas City time is 2 Hours ahead of Portland.

Current local time in PortlandCurrent local time in Kansas City
2025-12-18, 16:50:03 MST2025-12-18, 18:50:03 EST
How Far is it Between Portland Oregon, USA and Kansas City Missouri, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Portland, OR and Kansas City, MO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1798 mi 2895 km 1561.38 nmi
Straight line distance 1494 mi 2404 km 1297 nmi
Difference 304 mi 491 km 264 nmi

Portland Details

Portland is located in Oregon, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 45° 32' 13'' Longitude: W 122° 38' 59.9''
Latitude45.53695
Longitude-122.64997
StateOregon
Nearest airports to Portland

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Kansas City Details

Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1''
Latitude39.12516
Longitude-94.55031
StateMissouri
Nearest airports to Kansas City

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Portland, OR and Kansas City, MO
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 60 hours 18 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 45 hours 14 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 40 hours 12 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 36 hours 11 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 32 hours 53 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 30 hours 9 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 27 hours 50 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 25 hours 50 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 24 hours 7 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 22 hours 37 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 21 hours 17 minutes