Travelling from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago.
Chicago and Cedar Rapids (where The Eastern Iowa Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Choose from 57 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from CID to ORD is the 05:00 American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 19:30 with American Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your CID to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Begin your journey at CID and travel straight to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That will be your arrival point when searching for The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago tickets.
Book your favourite seat with United Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago.
CID is about 11 kilometres from central Cedar Rapids. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CID:
Of the departures from The Eastern Iowa Airport, 74.63% touch down on time at their destination.
CID is located at 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago flight is Rs56,665. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs49,935. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from CID to Chicago by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CID to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CID to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 137 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RFD after your CID to Chicago flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National make getting on the road effortless.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago is smart. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Visit Chicago during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CID to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are highlights.
