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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Champaign to Tucson pass through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Champaign to Tucson. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $430 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $687, a difference of $257. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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 Tucson changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $425 to $617. That means the highest observed fare was about 45% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Champaign to Tucson are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $545, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Tucson?

Tucson is 2 hours 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 Tucson Airport (TUS)?

Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Sixt • Budget • Hertz • Economy Rent a Car

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

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Tucson typically range from $619 to $687. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $425, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Champaign to Tucson?

American Airlines ($425) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Champaign to Tucson in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $606. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Champaign to Tucson layovers at 4h 21m over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 10

6:53 pm - 12:26 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:06 pm - 10:01 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$425American Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 10

6:53 pm - 12:26 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 6:22 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

11h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$431American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

6:50 pm - 11:55 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:21 pm - 10:02 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$450American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

6:50 pm - 11:55 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:51 am - 8:21 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

9h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$456American Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 10

12:10 pm - 10:36 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

11h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 6:22 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

11h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$501American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

2:32 pm - 10:40 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-TUS Tucson

9h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

9:51 am - 8:21 pmTUS Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard

9h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$617American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Champaign to Tucson? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Champaign to Tucson departing in february.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Tucson?
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 Tucson changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $425 to $617. That means the highest observed fare was about 45% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Champaign to Tucson looking right now?
One-way fares from Champaign to Tucson are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $545, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?
Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Sixt
• Budget
• Hertz
• Economy Rent a Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Tucson?
Flights from Champaign to Tucson usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Tucson (TUS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Tucson pass through?
Most connecting flights from Champaign to Tucson pass through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Champaign to Tucson?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Champaign to Tucson. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $430 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $687, a difference of $257.

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 is the time difference between Champaign and Tucson?
Tucson is 2 hours behind Champaign (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $430, about $257 less than Sunday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tucson Airport.

• La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
• Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson Air, AZ
• Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport

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