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$96+ 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 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — CHI
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$174
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$203

Good round-trip deal

$326 or less

Good one-way deal

$242 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 October 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/256:30 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/259:04 amORD - CID
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/216:30 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/248:15 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/1111:29 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/155:00 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:25 amCID - MDW
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Thu 12/255:59 pmMDW - CID
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/28$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/66:25 amCID - ORD
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Sun 12/76:00 amORD - CID
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/29$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/156:48 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/183:15 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/1112:29 pmCID - MDW
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Sat 11/157:02 pmMDW - CID
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/27$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/1112:29 pmCID - ORD
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Sat 11/156:00 amORD - CID
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/27$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 12/218:00 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/288:20 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/66:37 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/77:24 amORD - CID
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:44 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/85:00 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/113:41 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/157:35 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$249

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 October 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 12/6

6:37 pm-8:16 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

10:00 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/21

6:30 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

11:55 pm-1:10 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/20

10:07 am-11:39 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

9:34 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/21

6:30 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

8:15 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

6:49 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$179

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - MDW

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Thu 12/25

6:25 am-11:06 am

1 stop4h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/25

5:59 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - MDW

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/20

12:11 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

6:45 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/11

12:11 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

7:00 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop3h 36m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/6

12:22 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

$199

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

6:48 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

3:15 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$209

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Compare providers for flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Cedar Rapids-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $58). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 October 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 38% 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 Thursday afternoons 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.

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 October 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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 21 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.

  • How long is the flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

    Departing from Cedar Rapids to Chicago will take you 1h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 196 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($179), and United Airlines ($179) offers the cheapest pricing from Cedar Rapids to Chicago. You may be able to fly from Cedar Rapids to Chicago for 28% 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 $158 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $226 and Frontier from $288 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: Qatar Airways (84%), GoJet (84%), Aer Lingus (80%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $174. While the most popular route (Cedar Rapids - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $174 on average, our data indicates $759 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $58). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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