Des Moines to Kearney (DSM–EAR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Kearney
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 284 mi 1h 38m nonstop 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and EAR, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to EAR.
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One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
46
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Other ways to reach Kearney from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Kearney Regional Airport.
Metric DSM→EAR OMA→EAR
Distance from DSM 117 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 1h 38m 0h 37m
Departure OTP 85%
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Kearney Regional Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kearney is 0 hours the same as Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · EAR: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Kearney.
Distance & Flight Time
284 mi / 457 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 38m.

DSM–EAR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Kearney route.
Route details
Distance284 mi / 457 km
Flight time1h 38m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: EAR
IATA / ICAOEAR / KEAR
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation2,131 ft / 650 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to EAR flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Kearney Regional Airport take approximately 1h 38m. The route covers 284 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to EAR.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, HOU, BNA, TUS, LAX, DEN and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include OMA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DSM to EAR

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Kearney Regional Airport (EAR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to EAR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to EAR ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 284 miles (457 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).