Cedar Rapids to Chicago flights
Direct and connecting flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago take?
Flight time from Cedar Rapids (CID) to Chicago (ORD) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?
Airline availability for CID to ORD changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CID to ORD varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- ENY5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| ENY | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning CID → ORD
CID to ORD is a short-haul route of 315 km (196 mi). See the return ORD → CID route.
Alternative airports near Cedar Rapids: Iowa City (IOW) — 31 km, Waterloo (ALO) — 94 km, Dubuque IA (DBQ) — 101 km.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.