Cedar Rapids to Nashville flights
Nashville lies 773 km (480 mi) south-east of Cedar Rapids, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 44 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Cedar Rapids | Nashville | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 130,405 | 689,447 |
| Elevation | 251 m (823 ft) | 171 m (561 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | CID, 15 km out | BNA, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 52401–52499 | 37201–37250 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,600 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO, 87 km), Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ, 89 km).
Arriving in Nashville
Nashville is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nashville International Airport (BNA), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,030-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | 11 km (7 mi) | 11,030 ft | 599 ft |
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Staying in Nashville
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Common questions
How far is Nashville from Cedar Rapids?
773 km (480 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Cedar Rapids.
How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Nashville by air?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cedar Rapids and Nashville?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Cedar Rapids to Nashville flights?
Typically The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Nashville International Airport (BNA).
Where can I stay in Nashville?
Our booking partner lists 1,774+ places to stay in Nashville, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.