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CMI

Boston

United StatesJul 2026

$261

$135

One-way

CMI

Chicago

United StatesJul 2026

$150

$159

One-way

CMI

Seattle

United StatesJul 2026

$295

$169

One-way

CMI

Los Angeles

United StatesJul 2026

$293

$200

One-way

CMI

Burbank

United StatesJul 2026

$313

$200

One-way

CMI

Ontario

United StatesJul 2026

$302

$201

One-way

CMI

New York

United StatesJul 2026

$268

$252

One-way

CMI

New York

United StatesJul 2026

$244

$252

One-way

CMI

New York

United StatesJul 2026

$250

$252

One-way

CMI

Austin

United StatesDec 2026

$329

$263

One-way

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Origin Intelligence — 143 Destinations from Champaign Tracked

Insights for flights from Champaign

Right now, the cheapest fares from Champaign start at $228 for a trip to Chicago, United States. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Champaign, other economical options include flights to Tampa, United States, with fares beginning at $269, and routes to Philadelphia, United States, available from $270.
Travelers departing from Champaign can reach 143 unique cities across 35 countries, offering a wide array of choices. Over the last 90 days, France accounted for the largest share of recent fares at 25%, with popular destinations such as Paris. Italy followed with 19% of recent fares, and Singapore represented 10% of the deal volume, indicating a strong international presence.
For those prioritizing convenience, direct flights from Champaign are relatively uncommon. Only 0.8% of recent fares from Champaign were non-stop, indicating that most routes involve at least one stopover.
The most frequently discounted destination from Champaign is Paris, France, which appeared most often in recent fares. Following closely in popularity is Rome, Italy, another prominent destination for travelers from Champaign. Singapore, Singapore also stands out as a popular route, frequently featured in recent flight deals.
The flight distances from Champaign are predominantly long-haul, with 56% of routes categorized as long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 20% of the routes, while short-haul options account for 24%, reflecting a mix of domestic and international travel opportunities.

Most popular airlines from Champaign

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American Airlines

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United Airlines

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Southwest Airlines

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

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Frontier Airlines

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Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Champaign soon

Fri, Jun 26

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CMI - Melbourne

QantasLink

Champaign (CMI) - Melbourne (MEL)

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$1,556

$1,357

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

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CMI - Denver

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Denver (DEN)

American Airlines

$478

$270

One-way

Tue, Jun 16

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CMI - Albany

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Albany (ALB)

American Airlines

$513

$342

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

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CMI - Philadelphia

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Philadelphia (PHL)

American Airlines

$404

$270

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

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CMI - Wausau

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Wausau (CWA)

American Airlines

$578

$348

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

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CMI - Santa Fe

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Santa Fe (SAF)

American Airlines

$478

$366

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Champaign

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Mumbai

TOP

IndiaSep 2026

from

$1,080

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Nairobi

TOP

KenyaNov 2026

from

$1,287

Madrid

TOP

SpainSep 2026

from

$782

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Athens

TOP

GreeceJul 2026

from

$875

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Auckland

TOP

New ZealandNov 2026

from

$1,204

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Abu Dhabi

TOP

United Arab EmiratesJul 2026

from

$1,035

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Champaign

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-37%

CMI - Karachi

$1,795  →  $1,132

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-37%

CMI - Glasgow

$1,446  →  $904

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-32%

CMI - Mumbai

$1,582  →  $1,080

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-28%

CMI - Dhaka

$1,723  →  $1,236

Popular Airports from Champaign

Champaign airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Chicago

Flights from CMI to Chicago O'Hare are as low as $159 direct.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Sep

September tends to have lower prices for flights from Champaign, Illinois.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance from CMI can save you money compared to closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

American Airlines, United Airlines

Full-service carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Champaign.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$159 direct / ~$228 roundtrip

Ultra-low fares cluster on routes to Chicago, Tampa, and Philadelphia in the United States.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Sat - Mon

Flights from CMI are cheapest on Tuesday, Saturday, and Monday, with fares as low as $208.

Champaign main airports to depart from

University of Illinois Willard (CMI)

Cheapest

CMI is a convenient local airport for travelers seeking flights from the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area.

📍 ~10 km from Champaign (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Airports nearby Champaign used as alternative

Central Illinois Regional (BMI)

Central Illinois Regional offers more frequent regional connections and is a convenient alternative to Champaign.

📍 ~70 km from CMI (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Indianapolis International (IND)

Indianapolis International is a major hub offering significantly lower fares and more direct flights.

📍 ~180 km from CMI (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$75

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International (PIA)

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International provides a larger selection of low-cost carriers for budget options.

📍 ~100 km from CMI (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$88

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International is a global hub with the most extensive international and domestic flight network.

📍 ~200 km from CMI (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$66

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International is a major base for low-cost domestic carriers and is easier to navigate than O'Hare.

📍 ~190 km from CMI (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$88

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From CMI

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San Jose

United StatesJul 2026

83% AI deal score

$1,500

American Airlines

American Airlines

Business Class

From CMI

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Hanoi

VietnamAug 2026

83% AI deal score

$7,750

American Airlines
Qatar Airways

American Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CMI

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Athens

GreeceJul 2026

79% AI deal score

$7,871

Iberia Airlines

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From CMI

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Vienna

AustriaJul 2026

75% AI deal score

$8,046

British Airways

British Airways

Business Class

Booking Flights from Champaign: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Champaign have found deals to 8 different destinations for under $400. The median price for flights to Chicago was $298, making it one of the most affordable options. Other destinations like Denver and Orlando also offered competitive median prices at $350 across the trailing 90 days.

Champaign is connected to 143 unique cities across 35 countries. In the trailing 90 days, France accounted for 25% of the regional distribution of deals, while Italy represented 19%. Singapore also had a notable share at 10%.

Across the trailing quarter, the route from Champaign to Paris has historically offered a significant number of deals. The route to Rome also consistently shows a high volume of deals. Singapore is another frequently discounted destination from Champaign.