Washington to Cedar Rapids (DCA–CID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DCA–CID is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 799 miles in approximately 2h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 14 | CR9, E75, E75S | 2h37-2h38 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | E75 | 2h37 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cedar Rapids from Washington
| Metric | DCA→CID | IAD→CID |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 37m | 1h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · CID: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 5:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
DCA–CID Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to CID
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DCA to CID Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to CID ranges from 2 hours 37 minutes to 2 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 799 miles (1,286 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD).