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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Cedar Rapids"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "American Airlines",
    "Delta Air Lines",
    "United Airlines",
    "Allegiant Air",
    "Frontier Airlines",
    "FedEx Express (Cargo)",
    "UPS Airlines (Cargo)"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Cedar Rapids",
  "code": "CID",
  "connection_tips": "The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) is one of the more user-friendly U.S. regional airports because the terminal is compact, recently modernized, and easy to navigate. The airport's own current guidance also highlights useful services such as the CID Visitor Pass, which reinforces the broader point: this is an airport designed to be straightforward on the local side. The real connection challenge still sits at the major hub on the other end, whether that is Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas, or another network airport.\n\nThat means the correct way to plan a connection from CID is to use the easy terminal as a stress reducer, not as a reason to cut the wider itinerary too tightly. If your onward flight is international or expensive, the buffer belongs at the larger hub, not in the assumption that a short walk in Cedar Rapids will somehow simplify what happens later at O'Hare or Charlotte.\n\nFor eastern Iowa travelers actually ending the trip in Cedar Rapids or Iowa City, CID is a strong arrival point because the landside transfer is typically much easier than at a larger metro airport. That convenience is real and worth using. CID works best when you take advantage of the airport's easy local process while still respecting that the high-stakes timing belongs at the big hub where the trip becomes harder to recover if something slips.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "The CID Visitor Pass is a rare and excellent feature.",
    "Use free high-speed Wi-Fi and the numerous charging outlets in Concourse C for a productive wait.",
    "The Millstream Brewhouse airside offers a great selection of local Iowa craft beers.",
    "Free long-term parking is available at this airport.",
    "CID is efficient, so 75 to 90 minutes is plenty for domestic departures."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "CID",
  "icao": "KCID",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 41.8847,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modern integrated terminal with premium dining, sensory rooms, and the unique Visitor Pass program. Cedar Rapids city center is a 15-minute drive away.",
  "longitude": -91.7108,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 45,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the respective airline service desks located in the main ticketing hall on the upper level.",
  "name": "Eastern Iowa Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "EOK",
      "name": "Keokuk Municipal Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DSM",
      "name": "Des Moines International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ALO",
      "name": "Waterloo Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DBQ",
      "name": "Dubuque Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DVN",
      "name": "Davenport Municipal Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "IOW",
      "name": "Iowa City Municipal Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), located in Cedar Rapids, serves as the primary aviation gateway for the Creative Corridor, including the metropolitan areas of Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. The airport has undergone a significant $121 million terminal modernization project, completed in late 2024, which has nearly doubled its footprint and increased the number of boarding gates to 13. The facility is managed by the Cedar Rapids Airport Commission and acts as a critical node for both high-volume passenger travel and regional air cargo logistics.\n\nThe airport features a modern, two-level integrated terminal designed for maximum efficiency and ease of navigation. The lower level is dedicated to arrivals, housing spacious baggage claim carousels and on-site car rental pavilions for major brands like Avis and Enterprise. The upper level manages all departure operations, featuring a consolidated security checkpoint that leads to a bright and airy concourse with expansive seating and integrated charging stations. The architectural design utilizes large oculus windows to provide enhanced natural lighting, creating a welcoming atmosphere for the more than 1.5 million passengers who pass through annually.\n\nAmenities at CID are comprehensive and reflect the high standards of Iowan hospitality. Travelers can enjoy a variety of dining options, including the Millstream Brewhouse and 'Tap and Pour,' which highlight local craft beers and regional cuisine. For those needing a quiet space, the terminal provides dedicated mother's rooms, a sensory room, and professional work zones with high-speed Wi-Fi. A unique feature of the airport is the 'CID Visitor Pass' program, which allows non-traveling guests to pass through security to dine or meet arriving family members at the gates. The terminal also includes several retail shops selling local souvenirs, university gear, and travel essentials.\n\nCID provides robust connectivity to major national hubs, serving as a key operational point for American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Frontier Airlines. Frequent non-stop flights connect Cedar Rapids with 17 major destinations, including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Denver, allowing for seamless transfers to global networks. Ground transportation is well-integrated, with dedicated ride-sharing zones, official taxi ranks, and shuttle services providing easy access to the University of Iowa and the major business districts of Eastern Iowa. The airport's strategic location and modernized infrastructure make it one of the most functional and passenger-friendly regional hubs in the Midwest.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://flycid.com/terminal-map/"
}