$229 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Champaign (CMI)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Champaign (ORD-CMI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $229 for one-way flights and $295 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 21
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $295 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 21
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$305 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $305 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$314 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $314 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 24
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$325 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 20 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $325 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 4
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$328 Roundtrip, just found
$328
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $328 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 24
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$335 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 20 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $335 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 4
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$338 Roundtrip, just found
$338
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $338 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$345 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $345 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$347 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $347 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jun 20 - Fri, Jun 26
ORD
Chicago
CMI
Champaign
$348 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 20 from Chicago to Champaign, returning Fri, Jun 26, priced at $348 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Champaign (CMI)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $265 - $729 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Champaign

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Select flight to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard CMI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $395
CMI
University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $395
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Champaign (CMI)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard
Airlines serving
American Airlines
Roundtrip price
$295
Distance
135 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 6 mins

Chicago to Champaign Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Champaign

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Champaign are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Champaign with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Champaign

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Champaign: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Champaign

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Champaign in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $229 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Champaign flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Champaign airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $229 or cheap return flight from $295 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
The cheapest month to fly from ORD to CMI is February, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with American Airlines and go straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from ORD to CMI. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
With an average of 2 direct flights that operate from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) every day, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Flights between ORD and CMI tend to be busiest at 10 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to CMI?
If you travel on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 10:15AM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be in the air for roughly 59m, coming in to land at University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) at approximately 11:14AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
It takes around 1 hour to travel the 140 mi from ORD to CMI.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to CMI?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you take off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Book a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Champaign from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) offers direct flights to Champaign. These are some of the airports you can fly straight to:

  • Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI)
  • University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)
  • Decatur Airport (DEC)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ORD to CMI right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to CMI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ORD to CMI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your ORD to CMI flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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