Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kearney travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kearney

With a population of 30,787, Kearney is a must-see destination in Nebraska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kearney to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kearney

Kearney in December
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kearney in December
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kearney in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kearney, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Kearney

Plane

When flying to Kearney, you’ll arrive at Kearney (EAR), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kearney departs from Syracuse and takes around 7h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Kearney is to pick up a car rental from Omaha, which is about 168 miles from Kearney. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Omaha.

Plane

When flying to Kearney, you’ll arrive at Kearney (EAR), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kearney departs from Syracuse and takes around 7h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Kearney is to pick up a car rental from Omaha, which is about 168 miles from Kearney. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Omaha.

Airports near Kearney

LBFNorth Platte Lee Bird Field
EARKearney
GRIGrand Island

Airlines serving Kearney

United Airlines
Good (9,898 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,054 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (472 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,773 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (691 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kearney

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Mid Nebraska Inn & Suites and New Victorian Inn & Suites Kearney.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kearney

Most booked hotels in Kearney

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Crowne Plaza Kearney By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 262 reviews)
$166+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kearney
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 555 reviews)
$111+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kearney
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1294 reviews)
$83+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kearney, NE
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1273 reviews)
$91+
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New Victorian Inn & Suites Kearney
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1042 reviews)
$65+
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AmericInn by Wyndham Kearney
3 stars
Good (7.8, 599 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Kearney

Renting a car in Kearney costs $127 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Kearney.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Kearney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kearney, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kearney costs $127 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Kearney.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Kearney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kearney, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

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