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Distance to Waterloo8.4km
Distance to Cedar Falls4.4km

About Waterloo Airport

  • As a major gateway to the wider region, the airport operates as a hub for nearby cities like Cedar Rapids and Cedar Falls.

  • American Airlines is one of the top airlines at Waterloo Airport to consider before you book.

  • Not sure where to go if you're planning a trip out of Waterloo? Direct flights from Waterloo Airport can take you to some exciting destinations like Chicago.

How to get from Waterloo Airport to Waterloo

  • You can travel to the centre of Waterloo by bus from the airport. The Grand River Transit Route 204 iXpress takes around 50 minutes to arrive at a central hub like Conestoga Mall Station.

  • Book a rideshare service with Uber from Waterloo Airport and go direct to your next destination.

  • Waterloo has several taxi options for getting around, including United Taxi and City Cabs.

  • How long it takes to drive from Waterloo Airport to Waterloo will depend on traffic, but it's typically around 15 minutes.

  • Check the airport's official website for up-to-date transport options into the city.

How to get to Waterloo Airport from Waterloo

  • You can reach the airport by bus from the city. Give yourself roughly 50 minutes when taking the Grand River Transit Route 204 iXpress from a major stop like Conestoga Mall Station.

  • Driving from central Waterloo to the airport takes about 15 minutes.

  • Check the airport's official website for up-to-date transport options from the city to the airport.

Waterloo Airport facilities

  • Waterloo Airport has one main terminal.

Where to stay near Waterloo Airport

  • Booked a late flight to Waterloo Airport or have an early start? The Black Hawk Hotel gives you an easy overnight option. It features a library, a lift, and concierge assistance and is about 5 kilometres away.

  • Hampton Inn by Hilton Cedar Falls Downtown is roughly 5 kilometres from the airport and another favourite. From valet parking and express check-out to a lowered bathroom sink, it has the essentials in place for a comfortable stay.

Car rental options near Waterloo Airport

  • If you're flying into Waterloo, pick up a car rental at Waterloo Airport and go wherever you want, when you want.

  • Hertz, Avis and Budget are some of the most popular suppliers. You'll find vehicle types for different travel needs, from short city breaks to longer trips.

Waterloo Airport FAQs

Yes, American Airlines operates to and from both Waterloo Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Currently, there don’t seem to be any car hire pick-up points near to Waterloo Airport’s Arrivals or Departures.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Waterloo Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Waterloo Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Waterloo Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Waterloo Airport’s departure lounge.

Hampton Inn by Hilton Cedar Falls Downtown is the highest-rated hotel near Waterloo Airport, just 4.3km away.

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Waterloo Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Waterloo Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Waterloo Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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