Private charter between Cedar Rapids and Denver starts at US$12,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Cedar Rapids (IOW) ⇄ Denver (DEN) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Cedar Rapids to Denver is roughly 1,122 kilometres — 697 miles, or 606 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Cedar Rapids–Denver spans US$12,500 – US$36,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 47m | 1h 36m – 1h 58m | US$26,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 47m | US$26,000 – US$36,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 46m | US$28,500 – US$40,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 42m | US$31,000 – US$44,000 | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for Cedar Rapids–Denver is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Cedar Rapids, United States: Iowa City Municipal Airport and Independence Municipal Airport.
Denver, United States: Denver International Airport, Buckley Space Force Base, Centennial Airport, Colorado Air and Space Port, Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport and Greeley–Weld County Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 14:00 UTC.
Denver→Cedar Rapids runs about 16 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Tue is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids → Denver | 14 | 123 min | 105 min | Pilatus PC-12 (4), Cessna Citation S2 (2), Cessna Citation CJ4 (2), Gulfstream 4 (2) |
| Denver → Cedar Rapids | 8 | 139 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (6), Embraer Phenom 300 (1), Cessna Citation XLS (1) |
22 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Iowa City Municipal Airport | Denver International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIOW / IOW | KDEN / DEN |
| Longest hard runway | 5,002 ft | 16,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 668 ft | 5,431 ft |
| Distance from city | 31 km | in the city |
Denver International Airport is at 5,431 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Independence Municipal Airport (5,500 ft, 67 km) · Vinton Veterans Memorial Airpark (4,000 ft, 45 km) · Belle Plaine Municipal Airport (4,001 ft, 48 km) · Monticello Regional Airport (4,400 ft, 59 km) · Buckley Space Force Base (11,006 ft, 19 km) · Centennial Airport (10,001 ft, 36 km) · Colorado Air and Space Port (8,002 ft, 14 km) · Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (9,000 ft, 38 km)
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Cedar Rapids and Denver is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 47m to your destination. That's the full journey.
The Cedar Rapids to Denver route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,500 – US$36,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 47m in the air over 1,122 km (697 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cedar Rapids–Denver charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cedar Rapids–Denver charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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