The single terminal handles domestic flights to major cities in the Midwest.
Gateway to Cedar Rapids, Iowa's second-largest city, known for its history tied to the grain industry and the Czech-American community.
How to get to The Eastern Iowa Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to CID
Parking near The Eastern Iowa Airport
Short-term parking (closer to the terminal) costs 18 USD/day; long-term parking costs 11 USD/day; valet parking costs 16 USD/day.
How to get to Cedar Rapids from CID
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at The Eastern Iowa Airport
The terminal houses desks for all major car rental companies.
You'll need a driver's license, passport, and credit card in the renter's name; for a short stay, holders of a Latin character license don't need an IDP.
Hotels near The Eastern Iowa Airport
Airport area, south Cedar Rapids
2-8 km from the terminal; hotels in the area offer a free shuttle on request during daytime hours.
Best for: Travelers arriving or departing at inconvenient hours who want the shortest possible trip from the terminal.
- A few minutes by car or shuttle from the terminal, handy for early morning flights
- More choice of price than elsewhere in the city, from budget hotels to suites
- An area of interchanges and warehouses, little to do on foot in the evening
- The shuttle isn't always running round-the-clock: check the schedule at check-in
Recommended hotels
- Avid Hotel Cedar Rapids South - Arpt Area Less than 3 km from the terminal, with a free shuttle on request from 5:00 to 23:00 and recently renovated rooms. View availability
- Hampton Inn Cedar Rapids In the same southern area, a few minutes from the terminal, with rooms and breakfast rated solid in reviews. View availability
Downtown, Cedar Rapids
About 15-20 minutes by car or taxi from the terminal, on a direct road with no convenient public transport alternative.
Best for: Those visiting downtown, the art museum, or attending an event at the convention center.
- Connected to the convention center and two blocks from the art museum and the Paramount Theatre
- The only real base for exploring downtown on foot
- A car is always needed for the airport: no direct public shuttle
- Hotel choice is more limited than in the airport area
North Cedar Rapids, Collins Aerospace area
About 10 minutes from downtown via I-380; from the airport the drive is longer, around 25-30 minutes.
Best for: Those with meetings at corporate offices north of the city, particularly near Collins Aerospace.
- A few minutes from the Collins Aerospace offices and from Noelridge Park
- Rooms with a kitchen, convenient for multi-night stays
- The farthest point from the airport among the areas in this guide
- Residential/commercial area, little evening life on foot
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is single and serves exclusively domestic routes.
Better not to risk it: 2-2.5 hours ahead of your flight is the safest choice.
Map of The Eastern Iowa Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Cedar Rapids have a strong Czech-American community?
Yes, one of the most significant in the United States, visible in the local architecture and traditions.
Q. How much does the Cedar Rapids Transit bus cost from the airport?
1 USD per ride, with a day pass available for 2 USD.
Q. Is Cedar Rapids known for grain?
Yes, historically an important grain-processing center in the Midwest.
Q. Do seniors ride free on Cedar Rapids buses?
Yes, those over 65 ride free with ID.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights