WiFi & Charging

Cedar Rapids (CID) Airport Charging Stations

Gate outlet coverage at The Eastern Iowa Airport is widespread — outlets at nearly every gate seat. Standard AC three-prong outlets are built into seating throughout the single concourse, both pre- and post-security. The newest gates (10, 11, 12, and 14), added in the 2025 terminal extension, have the most seating with built-in power. USB-A and standard outlets are the primary charging options.

Diagram showing how to locate charging stations and gate outlets across an airport terminal. — Charging points cluster at gate seating, dedicated kiosks, and along main concourse walkways.

Gate outlet coverage

Outlets at the gate

Standard AC three-prong outlets are built into seating throughout the single concourse, both pre- and post-security. The newest gates (10, 11, 12, and 14), added in the 2025 terminal extension, have the most seating with built-in power.

Widespread coverageUSB-A available

Best charging spots

These are the most reliable places to charge at The Eastern Iowa Airport:

New gate-extension seating (Gates 10, 11, 12, 14) — the newest furniture with the most built-in outlets
The High Porch Sports Bar and Restaurant seating area, post-security
Pre-security lobby seating near Prairie Bistro

Dedicated charging stations

Dedicated charging seating/counters are at the Fly Zone/High Porch gate cluster and in the new gate-extension seating near Gates 10–14; two EV charging stalls are in the long-term lot and two more in the short-term lot.

Bring your own charging cable — dedicated kiosk stations at US airports provide the power outlet but not the cable. USB-A, USB-C, and standard 120 V outlets are the most common configurations.

Paid charging options

None for personal devices inside the terminal. EV charging in the parking lots is paid: two ChargePoint stalls each in the long-term and short-term lots at $0.20/kWh plus standard parking fees.. Free gate-area outlets are available throughout the terminal and are sufficient for most travelers — paid options are mainly useful if you need a secure place to leave your device unattended while it charges.

Pro Tip

CID is small enough that you're rarely far from an outlet — if seating near your gate is full, the new Gates 10–14 extension almost always has open seating with power, since it's the newest and least-crowded part of the concourse.

Frequently asked questions

Does CID airport have USB-C charging?

USB-C charging ports are not yet widely available at CID; standard USB-A and outlet charging are the primary options. Standard AC three-prong outlets are built into seating throughout the single concourse, both pre- and post-security. The newest gates (10, 11, 12, and 14), added in the 2025 terminal extension, have the most seating with built-in power.

Are charging stations free at CID?

Most charging at CID is free, including gate-area outlets and USB hubs. However, paid options also exist: None for personal devices inside the terminal. EV charging in the parking lots is paid: two ChargePoint stalls each in the long-term and short-term lots at $0.20/kWh plus standard parking fees.. The free outlets are sufficient for most travelers.

Which terminal has the most charging at CID?

Can I charge my laptop at CID airport?

Yes — CID has standard 120 V US outlets at gate seating areas and dedicated charging stations, suitable for laptop charging. Standard AC three-prong outlets are built into seating throughout the single concourse, both pre- and post-security. The newest gates (10, 11, 12, and 14), added in the 2025 terminal extension, have the most seating with built-in power. Bring your own power adapter; most charging stations do not supply cables.

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