Des Moines to Cedar Rapids (DSM–CID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Cedar Rapids
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 103 mi 0h 20m nonstop 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and CID, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to CID.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
MDW ~3h 30m CVG ~4h 18m STL ~4h 20m AUS ~4h 53m BNA ~5h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
330
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
DSM → CID
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
88%
Arriving
86%
Return
CID → DSM
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays → CID delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Cedar Rapids from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Metric DSM→CID OMA→CID
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 0h 20m 0h 33m
Departure OTP 88% –
Omaha (OMA) to Cedar Rapids flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Cedar Rapids is 0 hours the same as Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · CID: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
Distance & Flight Time
103 mi / 166 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 20m.
Facts

DSM–CID Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Cedar Rapids route.
Route details
Distance103 mi / 166 km
Flight time0h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 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 DSM to CID flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport take approximately 0h 20m. The route covers 103 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to CID.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, CVG, STL, AUS, BNA, SLC, SAT, SRQ, RSW, FLL, DCA, MSP, CLT, DFW, DEN, ATL, ORD, MIA, PIE, PHX, SFB, PGD, LAS and AZA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include OMA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 DSM to CID

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to CID Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to CID ranges from 0 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 103 miles (166 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).