Ankeny, IA

Ankeny lies just north of Des Moines along Interstate 35, serving as both a suburban community and highway waypoint. The city sits where I-35 intersects Highway 160, creating easy access to the broader metro area and making it a popular stop for travelers between Minneapolis and Kansas City. EV charging stations along the interstate corridor support long-distance electric vehicle travel. The National Balloon Classic transforms the prairie landscape each summer with dozens of colorful hot air balloons launching from local fields.

Airports closest to Ankeny, IA are Des Moines International Airport and Ames Municipal Airport.