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) - 52% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Denver to Champaign. 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 21m 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 varied from about $452 to $692. That means the highest observed fare was about 53% higher than the lowest one.

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 21m, 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 averaging $90 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Alamo • Avis • National

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

Round-trip flights from Denver to Champaign range from $376 to $635, with an average of $508 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Denver to Champaign typically range from $376 to $635. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $452, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Champaign. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

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

American Airlines ($452) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Denver to Champaign in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Denver to Champaign?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Denver to Champaign route. 52% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

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

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $486. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Denver to Champaign layovers at 3h 20m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

3:08 pm - 10:04 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:00 pm - 12:30 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$452American Airlines

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1:15 pm - 10:04 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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5:59 am - 3:33 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

10h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$458American Airlines

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7:33 am - 8:25 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

11h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:58 am - 7:54 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

8h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$463American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:30 am - 1:59 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:01 pm - 12:31 amCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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12:24 pm - 8:21 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:32 pm - 7:57 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

6h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$624American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

1:13 pm - 10:02 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:13 pm - 7:57 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

8h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

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Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

3:10 pm - 10:02 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

5h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:53 am - 2:20 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

9h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$630American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:41 am - 6:18 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

10h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:13 pm - 10:20 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

11h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$635American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

6:20 am - 6:30 pmDEN Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard

11h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:53 am - 3:35 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl

10h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

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How much is a round-trip flight from Denver to Champaign? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Denver to Champaign departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Champaign?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Champaign. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Denver to Champaign?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Denver to Champaign.
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 21m 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Denver to Champaign flight?
Round-trip flights from Denver to Champaign range from $376 to $635, with an average of $508 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.
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 varied from about $452 to $692. That means the highest observed fare was about 53% higher than the lowest one.
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 averaging $90 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Alamo
• Avis
• National
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).
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) - 52% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Denver to Champaign?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Denver to Champaign. 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 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 21m, 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $345, about $525 less than Sunday fares (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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