Chicago to Cedar Rapids (ORD–CID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Chicago to Cedar Rapids
7 carriers, 211 flights/week nonstop.
7 Airlines
211 Flights/wk
196 mi
0h 34m nonstop
26 1-stop hubs
ORD–CID is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 196 miles in approximately 0h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop ORD–CID service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| UA United Airlines | 79 | 739, CR5, CR7, CRJ, E7W | 1h10-1h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 70 | 319, CR7, E70, E75, E75S | 0h57-1h33 | Oneworld | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 21 | CR2, CR7 | 1h12-1h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| BA British Airways | 17 | CR7 | 1h13-1h18 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 14 | CR7, E75 | 1h13 | – | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 9 | E75 | 1h13-1h22 | Oneworld | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 0h34 | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ORD to CID direction.
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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38
Nonstop flights
211
Outbound / wk
291
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to CID.
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One-Stop Connections
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Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
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ORD → CID
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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44%
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33%
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CID → ORD
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
74%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
ORD delays → CID delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Cedar Rapids from Chicago
Nearby airports with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
| Metric | ORD→CID | MDW→CID |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 211 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 34m | 0h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 44% | – |
Airports within 200 miles of ORD with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Cedar Rapids is 0 hours
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Chicago.
ORD: CDT · CID: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
ORD: CDT · CID: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
Distance & Flight Time
196 mi / 315 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 34m to 1h 33m.
Getting to ORD
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
Facts
ORD–CID Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Chicago to Cedar Rapids route.
Route details
Distance196 mi / 315 km
Flight time0h 34m to 1h 33m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)7
Weekly flights211 out / 291 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 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 ORD to CID flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport take approximately 0h 34m to 1h 33m. The route covers 196 miles.
7 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 211 nonstop flights per week from ORD to CID. The return direction has about 291 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from CID to ORD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MDW. 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.
American Airlines operates 2 to 4 daily nonstops on regional jets through its American Eagle partners. United Airlines runs 2 to 3 daily nonstops via United Express. Equipment is typically E175 or CRJ-200 regional jets. The sector is 220 miles with a block time of about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes.
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) sits between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. It is about 12 miles south of downtown Cedar Rapids and 25 miles north of downtown Iowa City. The drive to Iowa City takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes on I-380 and Highway 218. There is no public bus service between the airport and Iowa City. The University of Iowa campus is the main traffic generator from the Iowa City side.
Both airports are in the upper Midwest storm belt. O'Hare is among the most delay-prone airports in the country during winter. CID is a smaller airport and can close temporarily during heavy snowfall or ice storms. Regional jets used on this route are more susceptible to deicing delays. If connecting through ORD in winter, allow generous layover time.
No airline operates scheduled nonstop service between Midway and Cedar Rapids. ORD is the only Chicago-area airport with direct CID service. Southwest does not serve CID. If you prefer to avoid O'Hare, the closest Midway alternative is flying to Moline (MLI) on the Illinois-Iowa border, but that adds a 2-hour drive to Cedar Rapids.
O'Hare to Cedar Rapids: Iowa's Hub Connection
ORD-CID is a classic Midwest hub-spoke route. American Eagle and United Express each operate 2 to 4 daily nonstops on regional jets. The 220-mile sector takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. The Eastern Iowa Airport serves both Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, sitting midway between the two cities. This dual-city catchment gives the route a stable demand base. Cedar Rapids is Iowa's second-largest city with Rockwell Collins, Quaker Oats, and other manufacturers. Iowa City adds University of Iowa traffic including students, faculty, visiting academics, and Hawkeyes sports fans.
Connecting Through O'Hare
Most ORD-CID passengers are connecting at O'Hare, not traveling point-to-point to Chicago. CID passengers use ORD to reach destinations across the US and internationally on American and United's networks. Direct service from CID is limited to a handful of hub cities and a few leisure routes. O'Hare is the primary long-haul gateway for eastern Iowa. American Eagle flights typically operate from Terminal 3 at ORD. United Express uses Terminal 2. Both are on the south side of the airport. CID itself is a modern single-terminal facility that opened a renovated concourse with updated gates and amenities. Parking at CID is inexpensive at $8 to $10 per day for economy lots.