Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Houston?

Flights from Champaign to Houston usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Houston pass through?

Connecting flights from Champaign to Houston most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 60% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% 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 Houston?

On the Champaign to Houston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 69%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,025: a $707 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Houston?

Some of the most popular sights in Houston are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Champaign to Houston?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Houston. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 28m and 5h 34m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Houston?

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 Houston 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 $372 to $1,281. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Champaign to Houston looking right now?

One-way fares from Champaign to Houston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $680, which is 83% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 5h 34m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available in Houston?

Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3: • ACO Rent A Car • Easirent • America Car Rental • Hertz • Thrifty Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20: • Thrifty • Dollar • Alamo • Hertz • Budget

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Houston range from $432 to $686, with an average of $523 over the past 12 months. Anything below $432 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Champaign to Houston?

American Airlines ($372) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Champaign to Houston in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Champaign to Houston?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Champaign to Houston route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Champaign to Houston?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $357. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Champaign to Houston which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Champaign to Houston layovers at 151 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

2:41 pm - 7:48 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-HOU Houston Hobby

5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:18 pm - 9:46 pmHOU Houston Hobby-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$372American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

2:40 pm - 7:48 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-HOU Houston Hobby

5h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:51 am - 6:05 pmHOU Houston Hobby-CMI Champaign University-Willard

8h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$378American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15

6:48 pm - 12:36 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:41 pm - 8:25 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$411American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

12:14 pm - 8:12 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:37 pm - 8:18 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$416American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15

6:48 pm - 12:36 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 12:08 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$417American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15

4:05 pm - 11:59 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

7h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

5:00 am - 12:08 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$422American Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

6:00 am - 3:43 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-HOU Houston Hobby

9h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

4:18 pm - 9:46 pmHOU Houston Hobby-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$434American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

12:14 pm - 8:12 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:19 am - 8:18 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

11h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$439American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27

12:14 pm - 8:12 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:37 pm - 8:18 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$455American Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1

2:29 pm - 8:39 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:37 pm - 8:18 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Houston start at $372. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $432 to $686. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $372 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Houston?
Flights from Champaign to Houston usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Champaign to Houston?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Champaign to Houston.
Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Houston pass through?
Connecting flights from Champaign to Houston most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% 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 Houston?
On the Champaign to Houston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 69%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,025: a $707 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Houston?
Some of the most popular sights in Houston are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Champaign to Houston?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Houston. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 28m and 5h 34m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Houston?
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 Houston 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 $372 to $1,281. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Champaign to Houston looking right now?
One-way fares from Champaign to Houston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $680, which is 83% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Champaign to Houston?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 5h 34m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available in Houston?
Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3:

• ACO Rent A Car
• Easirent
• America Car Rental
• Hertz
• Thrifty

Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a Champaign to Houston flight?
Round-trip flights from Champaign to Houston range from $432 to $686, with an average of $523 over the past 12 months. Anything below $432 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $318 - about $707 less than Tuesday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Houston trip for May. Fares historically average $330 round-trip in that month - typically $695 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

· Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

Near Houston Hobby Airport

· DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
· Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
· TownePlace Suites by Marriott Houston Hobby Airport

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