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Cheapest round-trip
$474
Typical prices: $510-$739
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Thu 11/1
PDX - CMI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$438
Typical prices: $374-$565
American Airlines
Fri 1/5
PDX - CMI • 1 stop
When to travel
July
Cheapest • 26% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $456 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Champaign (PDX-CMI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Champaign

Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:20 am - 2:07 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:13 pm - 7:47 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$474American Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 3
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5:25 am - 2:08 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 12:22 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$474American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:05 am - 12:28 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
8h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$494American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:20 am - 2:07 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:13 pm - 7:47 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$494American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:32 pm - 9:58 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
9h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$494American Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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12:08 pm - 10:03 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:48 pm - 11:59 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$538American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:29 pm - 10:21 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
9h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$558American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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5:20 am - 2:07 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:03 pm - 11:59 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$584American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:10 am - 8:25 pmPDX  Portland-CMI Champaign University-Willard
13h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:32 pm - 10:10 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-PDX Portland
9h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$634American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Champaign flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Champaign start at $474. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $510 to $739. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $474 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Champaign, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Portland to Champaign flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$438
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Portland to Champaign

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland to Champaign?

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

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Portland to Champaign most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 24% 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 Portland to Champaign?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Portland to Champaign route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $510 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $767, 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.

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Champaign?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Portland to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 42m and 12h 09m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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 Portland 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 $474 to $1,673. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $566, which is 51% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 42m, compared with 12h 09m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Champaign?

    Champaign is 2 hours ahead of Portland (Central Time vs Pacific 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 Portland to Champaign flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Champaign range from $510 to $739, with an average of $627 over the past 12 months. Anything below $510 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $510 - about $257 less than Monday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Champaign trip for July. Fares historically average $462 round-trip in that month - typically $438 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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