TPA - CMI

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Cheapest round-trip
$456
Typical prices: $446-$585
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Thu 11/8
TPA - CMI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$591
Typical prices: $348-$426
American Airlines
Thu 12/27
TPA - CMI • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
October
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $594 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Champaign (TPA-CMI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Champaign

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 8:21 pmTPA  Tampa-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 14m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 12:51 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-TPA Tampa
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$456American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 8:21 pmTPA  Tampa-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 12:51 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-TPA Tampa
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$493American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 8:21 pmTPA  Tampa-CMI Champaign University-Willard
9h 14m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 5:14 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-TPA Tampa
10h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$593American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Champaign flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Champaign start at $456. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $446 to $585. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $456 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Tampa to Champaign flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$591
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Champaign

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

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

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Tampa to Champaign most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% 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 Tampa to Champaign?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Tampa to Champaign route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $827, a difference of $401. 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 Tampa to Champaign?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Tampa to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 39m and 6h 30m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tampa 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 Tampa to Champaign changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $456 to $593. That means the highest observed fare was about 30% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $611, which is 64% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 6h 30m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Tampa and Champaign?

    Champaign is 1 hour behind Tampa (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

Your guide to booking Tampa to Champaign flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $426 - about $401 less than Sunday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Champaign trip for April. Fares historically average $426 round-trip in that month - typically $401 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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