Cedar Rapids Airport Car Rental

Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), also known as Eastern Iowa Airport, is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serving the surrounding metro area. The city’s central location 20 miles north of Iowa City and 100 miles east of Des Moines, makes a Cedar Rapids Airport rent a car a great way to get around. Look for great deals on Cedar Rapids Airport car rentals and save time and money to enjoy popular attractions like Mays Island, Rapids Museum of Art, the Paramount Theatre, and the Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance. This airport is served almost entirely by regional flights via Northwest Airlink to its Minneapolis hub, but also by Allegiant Air, American, Delta, and United Airlines, serving the Eastern Iowa Airport. For arriving passengers, this airport's small size provides a short walk to the baggage claim area and easily accessible services, including the Corridor Concierge, also referred to as the information center where visitors can ask questions about the airport or receive tourist-related information. There are several national rental car company counters, and a courtesy shuttle counter in this area. Cedar Rapids Airport car rentals are available in terminal by Enterprise, Alamo, National, Hertz, and Avis. Try Enterprise and Alamo for the lowest rates, followed by National. Many companies also offer additional rental locations are also are available downtown (usually for better rates than those at the airport). You must present a valid driver's license and credit card issued in your name at most Cedar Rapids rental car agencies (although some will take a cash deposit depending on a credit check), along with proof of insurance if you decline the vendor's coverage options. Usually age requirements for a rent a car are 21 for compact and economy cars, 25 for all others, and an additional young driver charge may apply for anyone under 25 (select agencies will rent to qualifying individuals over 18 for an additional fee). Drivers who are used to warmer climates should be advised that the colder weather months (Nov-Feb) often bring snow and ice to area roads. Visitors who park their cars should be prepared in case their car is "snowed in" by snow removal trucks. Also, strict attention to parking rules and snow emergencies is recommended to avoid being towed away at the car owner's expense.