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

Flights from Champaign to Philadelphia usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Champaign to Philadelphia pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Champaign to Philadelphia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $631, a difference of $303. 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 Philadelphia?

Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

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

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 Philadelphia 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 $1,245. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Champaign to Philadelphia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $692, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Champaign (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include: · Payless · Dollar · Hertz · Thrifty · Budget

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Philadelphia range from $398 to $558, with an average of $450 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

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

American Airlines ($280) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Champaign to Philadelphia in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $525. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Champaign to Philadelphia layovers at 209 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12

1:23 pm - 9:10 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:19 am - 12:52 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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$280American Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:40 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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7:00 am - 12:52 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$322American Airlines

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1:23 pm - 7:23 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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2:32 pm - 8:56 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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$352American Airlines

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1:23 pm - 9:10 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$355American Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:40 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

7h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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$358American Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:40 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

7h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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$397American Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:40 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

7h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7:39 pm - 11:37 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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$416American Airlines

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6:00 am - 11:52 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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5:43 am - 12:08 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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5:53 am - 11:38 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 11:30 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 am - 12:53 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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$352American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

4:54 pm - 10:23 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 3:05 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

8h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4:16 pm - 8:56 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$358American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 3:05 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

8h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

12:39 pm - 6:10 pmPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$358American Airlines

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11:41 am - 7:19 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:43 am - 11:11 amPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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11:41 am - 4:48 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

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6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$446American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

6:00 am - 3:05 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

8h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:43 am - 11:11 amPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 7

6:00 am - 3:05 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

8h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7:30 am - 11:11 amPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$452American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

11:41 am - 4:48 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

4h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:43 am - 11:11 amPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$499American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8

4:54 pm - 10:23 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-PHL Philadelphia

4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:43 am - 11:11 amPHL Philadelphia-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Price, demand and travel trends for Champaign to Philadelphia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Philadelphia start at $280. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $280 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Philadelphia?
Flights from Champaign to Philadelphia usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Champaign to Philadelphia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Champaign to Philadelphia.
Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Philadelphia pass through?
Most connecting flights from Champaign to Philadelphia pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Champaign to Philadelphia?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Champaign to Philadelphia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $631, a difference of $303. 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 Philadelphia?
Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia 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 $1,245. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Champaign to Philadelphia looking right now?
One-way fares from Champaign to Philadelphia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $692, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Champaign and Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Champaign (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Payless
· Dollar
· Hertz
· Thrifty
· Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a Champaign to Philadelphia flight?
Round-trip flights from Champaign to Philadelphia range from $398 to $558, with an average of $450 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $328 - about $303 less than Sunday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Philadelphia trip for December. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $664 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 Philadelphia Airport.
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
- Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

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