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February
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SYR  Syracuse Hancock Airport-CMI Champaign University-Willard
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CMI  Champaign University-Willard-SYR Syracuse Hancock Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for Syracuse to Champaign flights

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

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $712. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Syracuse to Champaign layovers at 233 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Syracuse to Champaign flights

Low season

January
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 43% lower on average.

When to book flights from Syracuse to Champaign

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Champaign flight questions, answered

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  • Which airports can I use when flying from Syracuse to Champaign?

    Flights from Syracuse to Champaign usually depart from Syracuse Hancock Intl (SYR) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).

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

    Most connecting flights from Syracuse to Champaign pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Syracuse to Champaign route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $530 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,142, a difference of $612. 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 Syracuse 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.

  • What is the time difference between Syracuse and Champaign?

    Champaign is 1 hour behind Syracuse (Central Time vs Eastern 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 Syracuse to Champaign flight?

    Round-trip flights from Syracuse to Champaign range from $530 to $924, with an average of $922 over the past 12 months. Anything below $530 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Syracuse to Champaign flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $530 - about $612 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Syracuse to Champaign trip for February. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $784 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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