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Cheapest round-trip
$410
Typical prices: $480-$694
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Wed 10/31
CMI - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$463
Typical prices: $375-$581
American Airlines
Thu 11/1
CMI - LAX • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $589 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 02m (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, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:37 pm - 9:23 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 2:07 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$410American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:38 pm - 5:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:40 am - 8:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$410American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:13 pm - 7:53 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:00 pm - 10:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$474American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:11 am - 1:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:15 pm - 8:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$474American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 5:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:10 am - 6:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$481American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
2:37 pm - 10:00 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 23m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 8:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$481American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
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6:41 pm - 11:36 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:42 am - 9:46 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$490American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:00 am - 12:18 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:29 am - 6:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$521American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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12:38 pm - 8:31 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LAX Los Angeles
9h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 2:07 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$538American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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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
$545American 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 start at $410. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $480 to $694. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $410 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Champaign to Los Angeles, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 70% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Champaign to Los Angeles flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$410
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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 Los Angeles (LAX).

  • 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

  • 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) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 37% 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 Los Angeles?

    On the Champaign to Los Angeles route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $459 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $972: a $513 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • 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 02m and 7h 19m 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.

  • 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 $410 to $1,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Champaign to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Champaign to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $469, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 02m, compared with 7h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 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
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • 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 $694, with an average of $569 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $459 - about $513 less than Sunday (53% 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 $592 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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