Airports Near Iowa City
The closest airports to Iowa City, Iowa: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Iowa City, Iowa is Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Quad City International Airport (MLI).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IOW | Iowa City Municipal AirportIowa City, United States | 2 mi / 3 km | 6 min | Regional |
| CID | The Eastern Iowa AirportCedar Rapids, United States | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Regional |
| MUT | Muscatine Municipal AirportMuscatine, United States | 29 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Regional |
| MXO | Monticello Regional AirportMonticello, United States | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Regional |
| DVN | Davenport Municipal AirportDavenport, United States | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Regional |
| MPZ | Mount Pleasant Municipal AirportMount Pleasant, United States | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | Regional |
| MLI | Quad City International AirportMoline, United States | 55 mi / 88 km | 1 hr 38 min | International |
| OOA | Oskaloosa Municipal AirportOskaloosa, United States | 58 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Quad City International Airport (MLI) (55 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Iowa City. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with IOW.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near IOW saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Iowa City is Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road.