The single terminal handles domestic flights to major cities in the Midwest.
Gateway to the Quad Cities, the metropolitan area formed by Moline and Rock Island in Illinois and Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa, on the Mississippi River.
How to get to Quad City International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MLI
Parking near Quad City International Airport
Multi-story car parks adjacent to the terminal have daily rates of approximately 10-18 USD.
How to get to Moline from MLI
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Quad City International Airport
Each major car rental company has a desk inside the terminal.
Driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient; the IDP is not required for short stays if your license is in Latin characters.
Hotels near Quad City International Airport
Airport area
Hotels 2-5 minutes by car from the terminal, some with free shuttle.
Best for: Travelers with an early flight or staying just one night for work, with no need to move around.
- just minutes from the terminal, convenient for early flights or short layovers
- free shuttle available at more than one hotel in the area
- an area of interchanges and warehouses, nothing to do on foot in the evening
- for the Moline riverfront you still need 10-15 minutes by car
Recommended hotels
- Hampton Inn & Suites Moline-Quad City Int'l Aprt Right next to the terminal, with a hot breakfast included and an indoor pool. View availability
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Moline Airport Free shuttle to the airport and breakfast on weekdays, rooms with a mini fridge. View availability
- Best Western Airport Inn Less than two kilometers from the terminal, with an indoor pool and a buffet breakfast included. View availability
John Deere Commons and the riverfront
Taxi or car about 15 minutes to the terminal, no direct shuttle.
Best for: Travelers visiting the John Deere Pavilion, the TaxSlayer Center or the riverfront venues between Moline and East Moline.
- on the riverfront, just steps from the John Deere Pavilion and the TaxSlayer Center
- more choice of restaurants and evening venues than the airport area
- a car is needed to get to the airport or the other Quad Cities
- less practical for those with a very early flight
Recommended hotels
- Element by Marriott Moline On the riverfront near John Deere Commons, with bike rental and breakfast included. View availability
- Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline A lodge-style hotel on the banks of the Mississippi, just steps from the John Deere Pavilion. View availability
- The Axis Moline Hotel, Tapestry Collection By Hilton A historic building from the 1920s in East Moline, just blocks from the TaxSlayer Center, with a free airport shuttle. View availability
Along John Deere Road
About 10 minutes by car from the terminal along John Deere Road.
Best for: Travelers getting around the Quad Cities by car who want a suite with a kitchenette halfway between the airport and downtown.
- suites with a kitchenette, convenient for multi-night stays
- an intermediate location practical for getting around the Quad Cities by car
- a car is needed for both the airport and the Moline riverfront
- an area with no venues or restaurants within walking distance
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
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Families & Children
Terminal guide
A single terminal handles all domestic flights at the airport.
For flights, allow 2-2.5 hours advance time before departure.
Map of Quad City International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What are the Quad Cities?
The metropolitan area formed by Moline and Rock Island in Illinois, and Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa, on the Mississippi River.
Q. How much does the MetroLINK bus from the airport cost?
Starting at $2, with a stop directly outside the terminal.
Q. Is the MetroLINK bus frequent in the evening?
No, service is less frequent after sunset: check the updated schedule.
Q. Does Quad City Airport serve both Illinois and Iowa?
Yes, since the metropolitan area straddles the border between the two states along the Mississippi.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights