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About Des Moines, IA

Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city, positioned where I-80 and I-35 intersect in the state's center. The metro area serves as a major Midwest crossroads, with easy highway access to Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Omaha. Popular drives include the 30-mile trip north to Ames and longer routes to Iowa City or Cedar Rapids. The airport sits just 5 miles from downtown, and the city is famous for its Iowa State Fair butter cow sculpture.

Where is Des Moines, IA on the map?

Des Moines, IA is in United States, at 41.572, -93.611 - about 12 km south-east of Windsor Heights, IA.

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What is the closest airport to Des Moines, IA?

The closest airport to Des Moines, IA is Des Moines International Airport, 7 km (about 10 min by car).

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