Traveling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID): what you need to know
If you're traveling during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
If you want to break up your flight from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the DSM - CID route are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport is C$236. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$582. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from DSM to CID, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from DSM to CID every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 43 minutes.
Have an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DSM:
Arriving at The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CID:
Getting from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to central Cedar Rapids
The Eastern Iowa Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the center of Cedar Rapids. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.
It takes around 38 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
August is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cedar Rapids in February.
The warmest month in Cedar Rapids is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Des Moines International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to CID in January. Average temperatures are between -17ºC and 1ºC then.
More about Cedar Rapids
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cedar Rapids right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from DSM to CID:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Indian Creek Nature Center and Czech Village / New Bohemia District are top sights which should be on every Cedar Rapids itinerary.
Complete your Cedar Rapids trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to The Eastern Iowa Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Cedar Rapids stay.
