RDU - CMI

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Cheapest round-trip
$589
Typical prices: $466-$719
American Airlines
Mon 11/12Wed 11/14
RDU - CMI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$271
Typical prices: $337-$337
American Airlines
Thu 12/20
RDU - CMI • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Champaign (RDU-CMI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Champaign

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:02 am - 11:39 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 1:21 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$516American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:21 am - 6:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 57m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:21 pm - 10:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$522American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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1:54 pm - 8:21 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 27m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 2:43 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$527American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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1:48 pm - 6:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:21 pm - 10:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$589American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26
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5:28 am - 10:55 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:43 pm - 12:41 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$592American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:39 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:28 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$595American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26
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11:21 am - 6:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 49m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:43 pm - 12:41 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$598American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26
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12:49 pm - 9:01 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 12m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:43 pm - 12:41 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$598American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:20 am - 6:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 58m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 2:43 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$600American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Champaign flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Champaign typically range from $466 to $719. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $589, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Champaign. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 93% higher.

Key details for Raleigh to Champaign flights

Cheapest flight

$271
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Champaign

When to book flights from Raleigh to Champaign

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Your Raleigh to Champaign flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Champaign flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Champaign range from $466 to $719, with an average of $568 over the past 12 months. Anything below $466 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Champaign changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $589 to $799. That means the highest observed fare was about 35% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Champaign are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $275, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Raleigh to Champaign?

    Flights from Raleigh to Champaign usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).

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

    Most connecting flights from Raleigh to Champaign pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Raleigh to Champaign. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,100, a difference of $659.

    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 Raleigh and Champaign?

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

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Champaign flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $441, about $659 less than Sunday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Champaign trip for July. Fares historically average $441 round-trip in that month - typically $659 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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