Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 1 hour 11 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport. Cedar Rapids and Chicago have the same timezone — UTC-5.
Flights from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport start at 06:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is the 21:30 service with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 76 weekly services from ORD to CID.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the ORD - CID route include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport is 105 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 211 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ORD to CID, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from ORD to CID every day.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're on an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
If you're on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CID:
Getting from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to central Cedar Rapids
The Eastern Iowa Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Cedar Rapids. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.
It typically takes 38 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cedar Rapids based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cedar Rapids, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to CID in January. Average temperatures are between -17ºC and 1ºC then.
More about Cedar Rapids
Start your Cedar Rapids trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from ORD to CID, check out our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Indian Creek Nature Centre and Czech Village / New Bohemia District are top sights which should be on any well-planned Cedar Rapids itinerary.
Complete your Cedar Rapids trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to The Eastern Iowa Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Cedar Rapids getaway.