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$161+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — CHI
Sep 9 — Sep 161
Wed 9/9
Wed 9/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Chicago

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 August 10, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 9/105:00 am -
Nonstop1h 18m
Mon 9/1410:00 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/10$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 9/31:43 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Sun 9/610:10 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Deal found 8/10$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/26:48 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Sun 9/64:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 19m
Deal found 8/9$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/297:08 pm -
Nonstop1h 31m
Sun 8/3012:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Deal found 8/9$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 9/912:10 pm -
1 stop6h 09m
Sat 9/129:59 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 8/7$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 9/212:29 pm -
1 stop5h 12m
Sun 9/66:00 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/10$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 8/268:06 am -
Nonstop1h 24m
Sat 8/299:04 am -
Nonstop1h 23m
Deal found 8/9$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 8/221:43 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Wed 8/2611:55 am -
Nonstop1h 18m
Deal found 8/6$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 8/296:50 am -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 8/317:25 pm -
1 stop3h 35m
Deal found 8/9$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 8/2912:12 pm -
1 stop5h 29m
Sun 8/306:00 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/9$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 8/227:08 pm -
Nonstop1h 31m
Thu 8/279:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 8/10$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 8/2212:12 pm -
1 stop5h 49m
Wed 8/267:25 pm -
1 stop3h 35m
Deal found 8/6$299

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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 August 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$382 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 or less
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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 August 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to Chicago that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/12

10:55 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

8:40 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$249

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/11

6:30 am-7:57 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

8:40 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$249

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/16

7:55 am-9:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

8:50 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$249

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - MDW Chicago Midway

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/19

12:10 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/26

9:59 am-3:39 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - MDW Chicago Midway

CIDMDW

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/12

12:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/13

7:13 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/2

4:16 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/21

5:30 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/28

9:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/10

5:05 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

6:20 am-10:12 am

1 stop3h 52m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/13

5:05 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/15

6:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop3h 42m

$269

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID Cedar Rapids - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Thu 12/3

5:05 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

6:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop3h 42m

$269

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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 August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $235). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 August 10, 2026.

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 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 August 10, 2026.

The most flights from CID to CHI are scheduled on a Sunday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cedar Rapids to Chicago flights typically cost between $254 and $279 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $249 on American Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 14).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago?

The price you pay for your flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 August 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cedar Rapids to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 August 10, 2026.
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
10,095 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,095 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,897 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,095 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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 26 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 18m. 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 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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: Aer Lingus (86%), GoJet (85%), Iberia (85%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $242. While the most popular route (Cedar Rapids - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $249 on average, our data indicates $1,747 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Chicago (average of $235). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 August 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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