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3About Prairie City, IA
Prairie City is a small farming town in central Iowa, about 30 miles east of Des Moines on Highway 163. Take I-80 to Exit 155, then head north 8 miles to reach this community of 1,700 surrounded by corn and soybean fields. Highway 117 connects north to Newton, while Highway 6 provides access from eastern Iowa. The town is famous for hosting RAGBRAI riders during Iowa's annual cross-state bike ride.
Where is Prairie City, IA on the map?
Prairie City, IA is in United States, at 41.595, -93.239 - about 34 km east of Des Moines, IA.
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What is the closest airport to Prairie City, IA?
The closest airport to Prairie City, IA is Des Moines International Airport, 43 km (about 40 min by car).