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Regional gateway serving south-central Nebraska's Kearney community.
Location
Kearney, United States
Kearney Regional Airport (EAR/KEAR) is a public airport located in Kearney, Nebraska, serving the south-central region of the state. It is owned and operated by the City of Kearney and provides scheduled commercial air service connecting the area to major hub airports.
The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 2,131 feet above mean sea level and features two runways capable of handling regional jet and turboprop aircraft. It serves as an important transportation link for both business and leisure travelers in the region.
Kearney, home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney, generates steady demand for air travel, and the airport has historically supported Essential Air Service (EAS) routes subsidized by the U.S. Department of Transportation to maintain connectivity for smaller communities.
Terminals
The airport features a single, modest terminal building designed to handle the low passenger volumes typical of a small regional facility.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars and taxi services, with the airport located a short drive from downtown Kearney.
Airlines here
SkyWest Airlines, operating under the United Express banner, has provided scheduled service connecting Kearney to Denver International Airport.
Notable facts
- ›The airport receives Essential Air Service (EAS) subsidies from the U.S. federal government to maintain scheduled commercial air service.
- ›Kearney Regional Airport has two runways, with the primary runway being approximately 7,002 feet long.
- ›The airport is situated near Interstate 80, one of the nation's major east-west highways.
- ›It primarily serves connections to Denver, acting as a gateway to the broader United Airlines network.
- ›The airport also supports general aviation, corporate, and charter flight operations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
