Brookings to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brookings from Wichita?

The distance from Brookings to Wichita is 458.5 miles (737.9 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located S of Brookings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 550.2 miles, taking about 11h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Brookings in South Dakota and Wichita in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brookings and Wichita. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.