Situated in almost the center of the United States, Kansas City International Airport is a busy transportation hub that serves approximately 10 million passengers every year. The airport was developed with an innovative "drive-to-gate" design that gets passengers to the departure area efficiently and quickly. As part of a 10-year capital improvement plan, the airport is undergoing a variety of runway, equipment, and service upgrades. Travelers can arrive or depart on Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta Continental, America West, United, Southwest, Frontier, and Northwest, among others.
The Johnson County Executive Airport is located between Overland Park and Olathe; originally created as a Naval auxiliary field during the second World War, the airport now provides general aviation services for corporations and other users. Air charters, aircraft sales, and flight instruction are all available onsite.
Ground transportation in the Kansas City area is provided by Amtrak passenger rail service and Greyhound bus company. Greyhound has stops in the Overland Park area and a depot in Kansas City. The north-south Interstate 35 passes along the western edge of Overland Park, and the east-west Interstate 70 runs just to the north. The city is further accessible via a network of bypasses, U.S. highways (56, 69 and 71), and state highways (150 and 350).
The major streets in Overland Park are laid out in a grid pattern that is neatly oriented with name streets running due north-south and number streets running east-west. Interstate 35 runs along the western portion of Overland Park, with numerous exits to the community. Metcalf Avenue is a primary artery within Overland Park itself; the street, which runs north and south, makes a handy reference point as it drives right through the heart of the municipality.
Johnson County Transit operates a large number of buses, vans and smaller vehicles to support public transportation in the area. Passengers can take advantage of park-and-ride services, and special programs exist for seniors or disabled riders. Johnson County Transit also organizes shared rides to sporting events and festivals in the Kansas City metro area. A fleet of taxi companies further bolster transportation services within the city and beyond.
Bike commuters into Downtown Overland Park can navigate the street system or utilize the Indian Creek Trail system.