TUS - CMI

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Cheapest one-way
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Typical prices: $345-$405
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
TUS - CMI • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 18% price drop
March
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TUS  Tucson-CMI Champaign University-Willard
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tucson to Champaign flights

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

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $593. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Tucson to Champaign layovers at 4h 14m over the past 3 months.

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When to book flights from Tucson to Champaign

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tucson to Champaign:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    Round-trip flights from Tucson to Champaign range from $436 to $754, with an average of $534 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Tucson to Champaign are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $348, which is 14% 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 Tucson to Champaign?

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

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

    Most connecting flights from Tucson to Champaign pass through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Tucson to Champaign. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $436 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $770, a difference of $334.

    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 Tucson and Champaign?

    Champaign is 2 hours ahead of Tucson (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Tucson 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $436, about $334 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tucson to Champaign trip for April. Fares historically average $436 round-trip in that month - typically $334 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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