Platte City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Platte City

With a population of 4,691, Platte City is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Platte City to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Platte City

Platte City in February
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Platte City in February
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Platte City

Plane

When flying to Platte City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Platte City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 24 miles from Platte City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Platte City, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Platte City takes 400 miles and will cost you around $65. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $320 for a journey of 570 miles.

Plane

When flying to Platte City, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Airport (MCI), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Platte City departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Platte City is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 24 miles from Platte City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Platte City, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Platte City takes 400 miles and will cost you around $65. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $320 for a journey of 570 miles.

Airports near Platte City

Airlines serving Platte City

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,937 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (513 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,587 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,551 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,356 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (186 reviews)
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Where to stay in Platte City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Suburban Studios Kansas City Airport North and Travelodge by Wyndham Airport Platte City.

Where to stay in popular areas of Platte City

Most booked hotels in Platte City

Hampton Inn Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (9, 217 reviews)
$141+
Leavenworth Local Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 228 reviews)
$118+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Leavenworth
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 93 reviews)
$154+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Leavenworth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 138 reviews)
$151+
Ramada By Wyndham Platte City Kci Airport
3 stars
Good (7.3, 640 reviews)
$59+
Econo Lodge Lansing - Leavenworth
2 stars
Good (7.3, 97 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Platte City

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Platte City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Platte City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Platte City, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.