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Cheapest round-trip
$497
Typical prices: $480-$631
American Airlines
Mon 3/19Sat 3/24
CMI - LAX • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $510 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Champaign to Los Angeles (CMI-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Champaign to Los Angeles

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:50 pm - 11:47 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:47 am - 8:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$516American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:11 am - 2:27 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:57 am - 10:04 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$542American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26
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7:01 pm - 12:51 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:04 am - 2:52 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$548American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:05 am - 1:11 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:49 am - 8:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$570American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:11 am - 2:17 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:59 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$583American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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2:32 pm - 7:05 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
6h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:54 am - 10:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
10h 08m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$616American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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2:32 pm - 8:09 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:54 am - 8:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$670American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:13 pm - 6:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:54 am - 8:21 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$670American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Jan 18
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6:43 pm - 8:43 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 2:08 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$693American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Champaign to Los Angeles flights

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Los Angeles typically range from $480 to $631. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $497, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Champaign to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Champaign to Los Angeles. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 86% higher.

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Key details for Champaign to Los Angeles flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$497
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Champaign to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Champaign to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Champaign to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Champaign to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Champaign to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Champaign to Los Angeles?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Los Angeles. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 16m and 7h 20m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Los Angeles?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Champaign to Los Angeles range from $480 to $631, with an average of $520 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Champaign to Los Angeles 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 $497 to $1,216. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Champaign to Los Angeles usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Connecting flights from Champaign to Los Angeles most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Champaign to Los Angeles. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $478 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $972, a difference of $494.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 16m, compared with 7h 20m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Champaign and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Champaign (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Champaign to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $478, about $494 less than Friday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Los Angeles trip for January. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $692 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

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