35 Airports in America Where Layovers Don’t Feel Like Wasted Time

32. Kansas City International Airport (MCI): BBQ & Brand New Beginnings

Experience the future of convenient travel at MCI’s impressive single terminal, opened in 2023. Designed with inclusivity and ease in mind, it features spacious gate areas, intuitive navigation, gender-neutral restrooms, and even a sensory room. Most importantly for layover delight, it brings Kansas City’s legendary BBQ scene right to you, alongside other local culinary stars. This modern, passenger-focused hub offers a stress-free transit with a true taste of KC hospitality, setting a new standard for domestic airport design.