Travelling from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID): What you need to know
Tampa's main airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when booking flights from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID).
The Eastern Iowa Airport is located in Cedar Rapids. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Tampa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to CID, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like March, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Travelling from central Tampa to TPA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can book a direct Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) plane ticket with departures from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Work out whether departing from PIE makes the most sense for you.
Take a direct flight from Tampa to CID with Allegiant Air. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of PIE.
Allegiant Air is the top choice for passengers flying from PIE to CID.
If you're looking for a carrier that's reliably punctual, go with Allegiant Air. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 80.0% for flights between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and The Eastern Iowa Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tampa to CID flight? Relax in a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CID instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport flight.
The street address for CID is 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
Getting from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to central Cedar Rapids
The Eastern Iowa Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Cedar Rapids. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
RM212 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport. A return flight starts at RM473. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from Tampa to CID by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
March is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID). Plan your visit to Cedar Rapids in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Tampa to CID plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Cedar Rapids, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Cedar Rapids
Start your Cedar Rapids trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to The Eastern Iowa Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
African American Museum of Iowa and Indian Creek Nature Centre are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Cedar Rapids travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ushers Ferry Historic Village.
Explore more of the United States
Cedar Rapids has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres northeast of Cedar Rapids, a visit to Madison will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.
Des Moines is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres west of Cedar Rapids. No journey is complete without dropping by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum.
