CMI - DEN

$280 Find Cheap Flights from Champaign to Denver - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$280
Typical prices: $333-$558
American Airlines
Wed 9/12Wed 9/19
CMI - DEN • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 44% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $431 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 48m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Denver!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Champaign to Denver (CMI-DEN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Champaign to Denver

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:02 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$280American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:02 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:26 am - 2:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$280American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
1:23 pm - 10:34 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:16 am - 12:52 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$286American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
1:23 pm - 10:34 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 8:56 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$286American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
1:23 pm - 10:34 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:47 am - 8:56 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 4:53 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 10:00 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$352American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 7:38 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
5h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:03 am - 2:15 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$352American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 11:59 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:26 am - 2:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$352American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 7:53 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:21 pm - 6:06 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:37 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
12h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:03 am - 2:15 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$358American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Champaign to Denver flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Champaign to Denver with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Champaign to Denver?

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Denver start at $280. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $280 on American Airlines.

Find deals

Key details for Champaign to Denver flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$280
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 44% lower on average.
Flight from Champaign to Denver

When to book flights from Champaign to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Champaign to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Champaign to Denver flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Denver?

    Flights from Champaign to Denver usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Champaign to Denver?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Champaign to Denver.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Denver pass through?

    Connecting flights from Champaign to Denver most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Champaign to Denver?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Champaign to Denver route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $822, a difference of $436. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Denver?

    Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Colorado Convention Center, Union Station Denver and Coors Field. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Champaign to Denver?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Denver. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 30m and 6h 48m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Denver?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Champaign to Denver changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $280 to $1,228. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Champaign to Denver?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 30m, compared with 6h 48m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Champaign and Denver?

    Denver is 1 hour behind Champaign (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Denver Intl Airport (DEN)?

    Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Ace
    · NU Car
    · Europcar
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Champaign to Denver flight?

    Round-trip flights from Champaign to Denver range from $333 to $558, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Champaign to Denver flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $386 - about $436 less than Monday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Denver trip for May. Fares historically average $252 round-trip in that month - typically $442 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Denver Intl Airport.
    - The Westin Denver International Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Champaign to Denver

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Champaign (CMI)
Denver (DEN)