Travelling from Cedar Rapids Airport (CID) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, making Washington DC one hour ahead of Cedar Rapids.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CID to BWI flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cedar Rapids Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CID and BWI:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
Handy information about Cedar Rapids Airport (CID)
CID's address is 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from Cedar Rapids Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Cedar Rapids Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Cedar Rapids. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near CID. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cedar Rapids Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
If you're arriving on a late Cedar Rapids Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near BWI:
Travel at your own pace with a Baltimore Washington International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Baltimore Washington International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
From Baltimore Washington International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cedar Rapids Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Cedar Rapids Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CID to BWI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.
