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$129+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids (CID) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — CHI
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cedar Rapids (CID) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$292

Good round-trip deal

$338 or less

Good one-way deal

$205 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:30 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/319:49 amORD - CID
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:57 amCID - MDW
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Sat 5/319:20 amMDW - CID
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/29$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:57 amCID - ORD
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Sat 5/316:24 amORD - CID
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/29$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:30 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/168:10 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:58 pmCID - ORD
1 stop29h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/195:05 amORD - CID
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$288

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago that are best for you.

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Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/24

11:30 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

9:49 am-10:58 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - MDW

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/24

11:57 am-5:14 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

9:20 am-3:31 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/13

4:16 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/13

6:30 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/19

8:10 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$239

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/16

6:58 pm-12:05 am

1 stop29h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

5:05 am-6:08 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$288

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/29

11:24 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$129

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/12

5:47 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop29h 17m

$133

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/29

7:05 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$139

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/5

5:26 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$201

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - MDW

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/20

11:57 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$214

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Deals found on 4/29

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cedar Rapids-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cedar Rapids-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cedar Rapids-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Cedar Rapids with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CID to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cedar Rapids to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

The most flights from CID to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Cedar Rapids (CID) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Cedar Rapids; the airport handles an average of 30 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Cedar Rapids airport to Chicago. It is only a 9.2 mi journey to Cedar Rapids (CID) from Cedar Rapids’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($179), United Airlines ($191), and Delta ($199) offers the cheapest pricing from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. You may be able to fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $139 and United Airlines from $201 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cedar Rapids to Chicago on time: Air Wisconsin (78%), Emirates (75%), Air New Zealand (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $104. While the most popular route (Cedar Rapids - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $179 on average our data indicates $1,014 when flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cedar Rapids to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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