Cedar Rapids to Dallas-Fort Worth (CID–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CID–DFW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 686 miles in approximately 2h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, QF, QR | 49 | 319, 320, E70, E75 | 2h14-2h26 | Oneworld | AY, QF, QR | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Cedar Rapids
| Metric | CID→DFW | DBQ→DFW | MLI→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CID | – | 63 mi | 69 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 83 | 1 | 43 |
| Flight time | 2h 14m | 2h 56m | 2h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CID: CDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cedar Rapids, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
CID–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CID to DFW
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines. With 83 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CID to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CID to DFW ranges from 2 hours 14 minutes to 2 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 686 miles (1,104 km). There are approximately 83 weekly flights outbound and 75 return, totaling 158 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubuque (DBQ), Moline (MLI) and Des Moines (DSM).