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Cheapest round-trip
$290
Typical prices: $433-$672
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Sun 12/9
AUS - CMI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$501
Typical prices: $376-$513
American Airlines
Tue 12/11Wed 12/12
DFW - CMI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 29m
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American Airlines
Most flights • 33 per week
American Airlines
Best reviews • 7.0 score
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CHI - CMI
Cheapest • 42% average savings
NYC - CMI
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August
Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Champaign

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Champaign

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 10:04 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-CMI Champaign University-Willard
4h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 12:05 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$290American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 8:25 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 12:05 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 8:25 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:58 am - 7:47 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 8:25 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:58 am - 11:01 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-AUS Austin Bergstrom
11h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$439American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
9:29 am - 2:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:29 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$453American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 8:21 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMI Champaign University-Willard
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:53 am - 1:26 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$468American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 6:18 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMI Champaign University-Willard
8h 18m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:14 pm - 7:01 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$474American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 6:18 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:14 pm - 9:00 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boston Logan Intl
$479American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 10:04 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CMI Champaign University-Willard
2h 04mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 9:51 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 40mnonstop
$501American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
6:11 pm - 11:38 amDEN  Denver Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
16h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 11:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-DEN Denver Intl
11h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$502American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Champaign

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What is the cheapest flight to Champaign?

Austin to Champaign is the cheapest route at $290 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Champaign is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $453.

How much is a flight to Champaign?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Champaign costs $527, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Chicago average $308, while Jacksonville runs a bit higher at $400.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Champaign?

Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Champaign at $456 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at $675.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Champaign?

•August is the cheapest month to fly to Champaign with an average price of $470 round-trip.
•November ($612) and March ($602) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Champaign?

Evening flights to Champaign are the cheapest at $476 round-trip on average. Night flights are the most expensive at $565.

What is a good deal for flights to Champaign?

Flights under $433 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Champaign at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Chicago $228
•Minneapolis $368
•Jacksonville $370.

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Key details for flights to Champaign

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$290
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Austin to Champaign

When to book flights to Champaign

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Champaign, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Champaign is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Champaign is around $433 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far is Champaign University-Willard from downtown Champaign?

    Champaign University-Willard is 5.7 mi from downtown Champaign.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Champaign from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Champaign varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Chicago: 1h 03m
    • From Dallas: 2h 01m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Champaign?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Champaign are from New York, starting at $349 round-trip, and from Houston, starting at $453 round-trip.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Champaign?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Champaign at 33 per week, and for this route American Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Champaign. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Champaign?

    American Airlines is the most popular airline with KAYAK users flying to Champaign, and has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

  • How many flights serve Champaign?

    Champaign receives 5 flights per day and 33 per week from across the world. Chicago has the most flights to Champaign, with 21 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking Champaign flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Champaign, a good round-trip fare is around $433. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Champaign in August. Round-trip fares historically average $470, making August the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $89 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Champaign average $476 compared to $565 for evening flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Champaign, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, American Airlines includes a cabin bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Champaign

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Champaign? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
American AirlinesOverall score based on 12231 reviews
7.2Comfort
7.9Crew
6.4Food
7.4Boarding
6.8Entertainment
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The now boarding notification was not updated in the app until I was actually on the plan. This si a massive fail considering my flight was delayed several times. These types of failures add stress that could be avoided since I no longer feel comfortable leaving the boarding area to get food or visit a lounge. Had I used the notification from the app, I would have missed my flight. The secondly, the process of connecting to wifi on aa flights is clunky and could be streamlined better. the copy and past process feels like MVP, and you are well beyond that stage.

6.0 GoodTed, Nov 2026
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The now boarding notification was not updated in the app until I was actually on the plan. This si a massive fail considering my flight was delayed several times. These types of failures add stress that could be avoided since I no longer feel comfortable leaving the boarding area to get food or visit a lounge. Had I used the notification from the app, I would have missed my flight. The secondly, the process of connecting to wifi on aa flights is clunky and could be streamlined better. the copy and past process feels like MVP, and you are well beyond that stage.

Both flights were late leaving due to repairs/switching gates. The crew and pilots, however, were professional and courteous. Most importantly, we arrived at our destination safely. The seats were comforable. That size should be standard for all economy class. American could improve its boarding process. I am not sure why you need 9 groups for a small regional plane.

It was close to its perfect the flake could be took off early, landed early, didn’t have to wait for my daughter stroller luggage came out quick, very efficient, very good flight

The amount of gate changes and delays is completely unacceptable. This has happened on 3 of 4 trips between Chicago and Dallas in 2026.

The delay update was very late. I had a stressful short connection and RAN through Chicago to get to the next flight, only to find the plane wasn't at the gate yet an nobody was boarding. I would not have had to run if the delay was updated earlier.

I love the e fact that the staff communicated swiftly when my flight was delayed and gate number changed

Boarding was quick and efficient. We arrived at our destination early.

Everything was on time, we arrived early, everything worked well.

Excellent pilots in an extremely foggy situation. Very good communication with the passengers about possibly being diverted to another airport.

Deicing in Denver took forever and I almost missed my connection. De-ice faster! Not Americans fault.

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