Philadelphia to Cedar Rapids (PHL–CID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Philadelphia to Cedar Rapids
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
870 mi 2h 4m nonstop -1h behind 42 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PHL and CID, connecting options are available through 42 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PHL to CID.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
42
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,064
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Cedar Rapids from Philadelphia

Nearby airports with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Metric PHL→CID EWR→CID
Distance from PHL – 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 2h 4m 2h 11m
Departure OTP 100% –
Newark (EWR) to Cedar Rapids flights
Airports within 200 miles of PHL with service to The Eastern Iowa Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Cedar Rapids.
Distance & Flight Time
870 mi / 1,400 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 4m.
Getting to PHL

SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.

Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.

Facts

PHL–CID Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Philadelphia to Cedar Rapids route.
Route details
Distance870 mi / 1,400 km
Flight time2h 4m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections42 hubs
Origin: PHL
Full namePhiladelphia International Airport
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 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 PHL to CID flights.
Nonstop flights from Philadelphia International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport take approximately 2h 4m. The route covers 870 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LGA, SUS, EWR, MDW, IAD, CMH, DSM, CLE, OMA, ALB, DAL, CHS, SAV, STL, PVD, SFB, SAT, SRQ, HOU, TPA, PIE, PGD, PBI, AUS, RSW, MIA, SLC, VNY, SFO, ATL, CLT, FLL, PDX, MSP, CVG, ORD, DCA, DEN, BNA, DFW, LAS and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cedar Rapids is 1 hour behind Philadelphia.
Yes, return flights from CID to PHL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. 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 PHL to CID

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PHL to CID Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PHL to CID ranges from 2 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 870 miles (1,400 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via LGA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).