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

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
DEN Denver 4h 23m UA → F9UAWN Denver (DEN) to Des Moines flights
ORD Chicago 4h 30m UA → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Kearney to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between EAR and DSM, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore EAR Routes DSM Routes EAR Live Flights DSM Live Flights DSM Delays
All flights from Des Moines (DSM) Des Moines to Kearney flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for EAR to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~4h
Longest
DEN ~4h 23m ORD ~4h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
53
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
EAR → DSM
25%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
25%
Return
DSM → EAR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Kearney

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric EAR→DSM LNK→DSM MHK→DSM
Distance from EAR – 118 mi 165 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1 1
Weekly flights – – –
Lincoln (LNK) to Des Moines flights · Manhattan (MHK) to Des Moines flights · Omaha (OMA) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of EAR with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Kearney, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
Facts

EAR–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kearney to Des Moines route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: EAR
Full nameKearney Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOEAR / KEAR
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation2,131 ft / 650 m
Destination: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EAR to DSM flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Denver and Chicago O'Hare.
Yes, return flights from DSM to EAR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LNK, MHK and 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lincoln (LNK), Manhattan (MHK) and Omaha (OMA).