Located about 25 minutes north of Kansas City, Platte City offers retirees a chance to stay connected to the world while still enjoying a slower pace of life. Travel AccessibilityPlatte City is located near the Kansas City International Airport. Still, for most domestic getaways and cruises departing stateside, Kansas City International offers quick and easy access to your final destination. While public transit options are limited, a bus route does connect Platte City to Kansas City. Some suburban development is creeping north from Kansas City, but Platte City still retains its rural feel.