What is the nearest airport to Ames?

The nearest airport to Ames is Des Moines (DSM) Airport which is 34.9 miles away. Other nearby airports include Fort Dodge (FOD) (46.1 miles) and Cedar Rapids (CID) (99.7 miles).

How long does it take to get to Ames from the Airport?

It takes 47 min to get from Ames to Des Moines (DSM) Airport.

How do I get to Ames?

We recommend flying to Des Moines (DSM) Airport, which is 34.9 miles away from Ames. The taxi from Des Moines (DSM) to Ames takes 47 min.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 47+ hotels available in Ames.

How to get to Ames from 5 nearby airports

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Duration	47 min
Distance	35 mi
Average price	$141
Nearby airports	5 found

Duration

47 min

Distance

35 mi

Average price

$141

Nearby airports

5 found

Closest airports to Ames

The nearest airport to Ames is Des Moines (DSM). You can catch a taxi from Des Moines (DSM) to Ames with Capitol Cab or Freedom Taxicab.

Recommended airport

Des Moines (DSM)
1. taxi
Fastest
47 min
$90–120

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Other nearby airports

Omaha (OMA)
1. bus
2. taxi
4h 25m
Cheapest
$86–126
Cedar Rapids (CID)
1. bus
2. bus
3. taxi
6h 2m
Rochester (RST)
1. taxi
2. bus
4h 53m
$141–221
Fort Dodge (FOD)
1. taxi
1h 19m
$140–180

Important airports for Ames

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Des Moines Airport
34.7 mi

Frequently asked questions

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