Flying from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Cedar Rapids, where The Eastern Iowa Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your CID to Columbus flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Cedar Rapids, CID can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CID? If you're catching an early flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving The Eastern Iowa Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
CID's address is 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Columbus
RM918 is currently the lowest price for a one-way The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus flight. Return plane tickets start from RM1,058. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from CID to Columbus, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from CID to Columbus. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
After your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your CID to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
December is the quietest month for flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Columbus based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CID to Columbus around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Columbus, check out our selection of hotels including:
Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
