Charlotte to Cedar Rapids (CLT–CID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CR9
2:40 PM
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4:18 PM
CDT
2h 38m
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AA1887
AA American
319
9:30 PM
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10:48 PM
CDT
2h 18m
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AA2386
AA American
319
10:49 PM
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12:13 AM+1
CDT
2h 24m
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AA1039
AA American
319
6:25 AM
CDT
9:45 AM
EDT
2h 20m
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AA2459
AA American
319
6:36 AM
CDT
9:55 AM
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2h 19m
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AA5672
AA American
CR9
4:48 PM
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8:09 PM
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2h 21m
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Charlotte to Cedar Rapids
1 carrier, 21 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 741 mi 2h 18m nonstop -1h behind 26 1-stop hubs

CLT–CID is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 741 miles in approximately 2h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CLT–CID service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 20 319, CR9 2h18-2h38 50% Oneworld –
Aircraft on this route
319 Airbus A319 – AA
CR9 Bombardier CRJ-900 – AA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (20 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CLT to CID direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
20
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CLT to CID.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
MDW ~3h 54m CMH ~4h 15m DSM ~4h 22m OMA ~4h 48m STL ~5h 10m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,389
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CLT → CID
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
50%
Return
CID → CLT
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
60%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CLT delays → CID delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Cedar Rapids is 1 hour behind Charlotte.
CLT: EDT · CID: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 5:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
Distance & Flight Time
741 mi / 1,193 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m to 2h 59m.
Getting to CLT

There is no rail link to CLT. CATS Route 5 bus runs from Charlotte Transportation Center to the airport in 45 minutes ($2.20). The airport is 7 miles from Uptown Charlotte.Ride-shares from Uptown cost $18–30 and take 15–25 minutes. Taxis are available but less common than ride-share in Charlotte. I-85 and Billy Graham Parkway are the primary expressway routes; allow extra time during afternoon rush (4–6:30pm).

Facts

CLT–CID Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Charlotte to Cedar Rapids route.
Route details
Distance741 mi / 1,193 km
Flight time2h 18m to 2h 59m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights21 out / 20 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: CLT
Full nameCharlotte Douglas International Airport
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m
Destination: CID
Full nameThe Eastern Iowa Airport
IATA / ICAOCID / KCID
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation869 ft / 265 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CLT to CID flights.
Nonstop flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport take approximately 2h 18m to 2h 59m. The route covers 741 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: American Airlines.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from CLT to CID. The return direction has about 20 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, CMH, DSM, OMA, STL, PHL, BNA, SAT, PIE, ALB, AUS, RSW, SLC, AZA, ATL, MIA, DCA, DFW, CVG, MSP, SRQ, ORD, FLL, PHX, DEN and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cedar Rapids is 1 hour behind Charlotte.
Yes, return flights from CID to CLT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CLT to CID

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

CLT to CID Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CLT to CID ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes to 2 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 741 miles (1,193 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 41 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.