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Cheapest round-trip
$372
Typical prices: $381-$546
American Airlines
Wed 9/26Sun 9/30
DEN - CMI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$615
Typical prices: $411-$484
American Airlines
Tue 9/25
DEN - CMI • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $493 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Denver to Champaign (DEN-CMI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Denver to Champaign

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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3:13 pm - 9:46 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:16 am - 12:27 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$372American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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12:29 pm - 6:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:16 am - 12:27 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$372American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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2:27 pm - 8:56 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:23 pm - 10:34 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$378American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:26 am - 6:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
10h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:16 am - 12:27 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$378American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:47 am - 8:56 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 3:59 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
10h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 10:03 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:03 pm - 12:36 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$450American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:13 pm - 10:02 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:59 pm - 10:54 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$450American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:33 am - 8:21 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
11h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:59 pm - 12:26 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$456American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
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1:07 pm - 10:03 pmDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:03 pm - 12:36 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$505American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Denver to Champaign flights

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

Round-trip flights from Denver to Champaign start at $372. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $381 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $372 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Champaign, it is 31% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 74% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Denver to Champaign flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$615
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Denver to Champaign

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

    Flights from Denver to Champaign usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Denver to Champaign most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% 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 Denver to Champaign?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 61% on the Denver to Champaign route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $345 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $870, a difference of $525. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Denver to Champaign?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Denver to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 34m and 5h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Denver to Champaign?

    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 Denver to Champaign 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 $930. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Denver to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $708, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 34m, compared with 5h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Denver and Champaign?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI)?

    Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Round-trip flights from Denver to Champaign range from $381 to $546, with an average of $500 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Denver to Champaign 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $345 - about $525 less than Sunday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Denver to Champaign trip for May. Fares historically average $376 round-trip in that month - typically $824 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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