Kansas City Stadium
Arrowhead Stadium
Capacity
76,640
Matches
6
Deepest round
Quarterfinal
Roof
Open-air
Surface
Hybrid grass (temporary)
Timezone
CT (UTC-5)
Weather (Jun–Jul)
21–32°C / 70–90°F
Airport
Kansas City International (MCI)
Getting There — MCI
Fly into Kansas City International (MCI). Book flights 6–9 months ahead for the best prices. Compare on Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Kayak.
Getting Around
KC has limited public transit. Arrowhead Stadium is east of downtown — expect FIFA shuttle buses from the Power & Light District. Ride-shares and parking ($40–50) are the main options. KC is a driving city.
Where to Stay
Downtown/Power & Light District ($130–250/night) is the best base. Plaza area is upscale. Independence (near the stadium) has budget options. Hotels are more affordable than coastal cities. **Best neighborhoods:** Power & Light District for nightlife, Crossroads for arts and food, Plaza for upscale dining, Westport for bars. River Market for a morning market experience.
Weather — 21–32°C / 70–90°F
The World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 (summer). Kansas City averages 21–32°C / 70–90°F during this period. Arrowhead Stadium is open-air — dress for the weather and bring sunscreen.
Food & Drink
BBQ capital of the world. Joe's KC, Q39, and Gates are must-visits. Also excellent: the River Market area, Crossroads Arts District restaurants, and the growing international food scene on Southwest Blvd.
💡 Insider Tips
- 1Arrowhead Stadium is open-air — it can be very hot (up to 90°F) and sunny
- 2KC BBQ is a rivalry — try at least 3 places and pick your favorite
- 3The city straddles Missouri and Kansas — most World Cup action is on the Missouri side
- 4KC is very affordable compared to other host cities — your budget stretches further