Southwest Airlines Announces International Expansion from Kansas City International Airport

Company Kansas City International Airport
Date 13.03.2023

Southwest Airlines announced that the carrier will increase their presence at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with new routes and increased service.

The carrier will launch new nonstop service to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica as well as Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) in San José del Cabo, Mexico. Additionally, Southwest will also expand their nonstop service to Cancun International Airport (CUN).

Just days ago, Kansas City government delivered on our commitment to open the new airport terminal ahead of time and on-budget, with the expectation of more flights to more places for our region. We are proud to have worked with Southwest Airlines to expand domestic and international service out of Kansas City and expect more exciting new flight announcements ahead. Whether for business or pleasure, Kansas Citians are excited to travel to destinations like Cabo, Jamaica, and so many more. I am thrilled to see this announcement and thank Southwest for its continued investment in Kansas City—a city on a roll,” said Mayor Quinton Lucas.

We are grateful for Southwest’s continued growth in Kansas City and for easier access to some of our most requested leisure destinations,” said Pat Klein, Director of Kansas City’s Aviation Department. “Travelers will love the convenience of clearing customs at their home airport.

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